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Savory Beef and Mushroom Rice Pilaf

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Savory beef and mushroom rice pilaf is a hearty, one-pot dish that blends tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic rice into a comforting and flavorful meal. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a cozy dinner everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb stew beef or sirloin, cubed
  • 1 cup long grain rice (basmati or jasmine)
  • 1 ½ cups mushrooms, sliced (cremini, button, or shiitake)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef cubes, season with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté diced onion until soft. Add garlic and mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are browned and fragrant.
  3. Stir in rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Return beef to the pot and pour in beef broth, soy sauce or Worcestershire, and herbs.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, fluff with a fork, and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use ground beef for a quicker version—brown and continue as directed.
  • Add peas, carrots, or spinach near the end of cooking for more veggies.
  • For deeper flavor, add a splash of red wine with the broth.
  • Substitute with brown rice for a whole grain option—just increase cook time and liquid accordingly.
  • For a vegetarian version, use lentils or chickpeas and veggie broth.

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