MUSHROOM AND LAVENDER RICE PILAF (VEGAN)
This recipe uses either jasmine rice (original to recipe) or basmati rice. Adapted from 'The Lavender Cookbook'. If you are new to lavender and/or are a wee bit concerned about the amount in this recipe, start off by adding one half tablespoon (or less even) then you can always add more later.
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Rice
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place the lavender, mustard seeds and fennel seeds in a spice grinder. PULSE until finely ground.
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in the rice and shallots; saute for 5 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms, sauteeing for about 5 minutes or until golden brown and the liquid from the mushrooms has started to evaporate.
- Stir in the salt, pepper and lavender mixture.
- If using a rice cooker, transfer the rice mixture to the appliance. Stir in the broth. Cook for 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the the liquid has completely absorbed.
- If using the stove top, stir in the broth, cover the pot, bring to the boil, then reduce to simmer and cook for about 20 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated.
- Stir in half of the green onions.
- Transfer the cooked rice to a serving platter and garnish with the remaining green onions. If desired, you can garnish the top of the rice with fresh cilantro, too.
- Remember: Cooking time varies depending on if you are cooking the rice on the stove top or in a rice cooker.
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Pink Lady
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The rice is cooked perfectly and the mushrooms and lavender add a lot of flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.
Jb Jb
[email protected]This rice pilaf is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!
luxman siavananthan
[email protected]I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The rice was overcooked and the lavender flavor was too overpowering. I think I would have liked it better with less lavender and more mushrooms.
Md Basar
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Mohamed Fasal
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover brown rice and it worked perfectly in this dish. The mushrooms and lavender added a lot of flavor and the rice was cooked perfectly.
Rao Ashfaq
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my rice pilaf turned out mushy. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Wimu Xxx
[email protected]I thought this recipe was just okay. The lavender flavor was a bit too strong for my taste and the rice was a little dry. I think I would have liked it better with less lavender and more mushrooms.
Mimi Mimi
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Hujaifa Garena
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by this rice pilaf! I was skeptical about the lavender, but it really worked well with the mushrooms. The rice was cooked perfectly and the overall flavor was very well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.
Baddy Draust
[email protected]This mushroom and lavender rice pilaf is a delightful and unique dish! The combination of earthy mushrooms and floral lavender is unexpected yet harmonious. I followed the recipe exactly and the result was a flavorful and aromatic rice dish that was