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    Published: May 11, 2022 · Modified: Mar 12, 2024 by Dana · This post may contain affiliate links · 19 Comments

    One Pot Mushroom Rice in Rice Cooker

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    This One Pot Mushroom Rice is made in the Rice Cooker only takes 15 minutes to prepare and the recipe requires minimal dishes. The aromatics from the ginger, garlic and shallots infuses in the rice for maximum flavor. All you have to do is add all the ingredients in the rice cooker and wait for the magic to happen!

    Asian mushroom rice made in rice cooker.
    Jump to:
    • Ingredients:
    • HOW TO MAKE MUSHROOM RICE IN ONE POT:
    • Stovetop Directions:
    • Expert Tips
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Check out more delicious rice dishes below!
    • One Pot Mushroom Rice

    To make this mushroom rice in your rice cooker, all you need to do is add all the ingredients in the rice cooker and mix everything together. This rice is inspired by a Japanese recipe and the bamboo adds a nice crisp in texture in contrast to the soft and chewy mushrooms. Add fresh basil at the end for a super fragrant and colorful rice! Walk away from the rice cooker and finish some chores or put on your favorite tv show while your dinner is cooking 😉 If you love more one pot dishes, check out this One Pan Spanish Garlic Shrimp or this One Pot Creamy Garlic Chicken.

    Ingredients:

    Here’s a look at what you need to make this one pot mushroom rice at home. The highlights are here but the full ingredient list and quantities of each are in the recipe card.

    • short grain rice (Japanese sushi rice is great for this!) – Using short grain rice is perfect because it has a nice sticky and chewy consistency.
    • fresh shiitake mushrooms – the mushrooms are juicy and tender. You can also substitute with other mushrooms you have on hand!
    • bamboo shoots, thinly sliced (make sure you have the cooked version!) – I use the canned version and I strain the water. Make sure it’s not wet and the bamboo is tender and soft!
    • ginger – gives a nice fragrance to the rice!
    • garlic – adds flavor to the rice and blends well with the mushrooms
    • shallot
    • dark soy sauce – gives the rice a nice golden dark color. It doesn’t add too much flavor as it has lower sodium levels.
    • soy sauce – low sodium preferred
    • oyster sauce (use vegan or regular)
    • olive oil – this makes the rice extra soft and juicy!
    • green onion or chives – gives freshness to the rice and more flavor!
    • fresh basil leaves – I love how the basil complements the rice flavor and it also gives it a nice unique taste.

    HOW TO MAKE MUSHROOM RICE IN ONE POT:

    Pouring water into bowl of uncooked rice.
    Sliced mushrooms, chopped shallots, chopped garlic and ginger on a cutting board.

    Step 1. Soak 1 cup short grain rice with water.

    Step 2. While rice is soaking, you can prep the other ingredients. Slice shiitake mushrooms and bamboo. Mince ginger, garlic, and shallot.

    Wash rice in pot with water and hand.
    Adding mushroom, onions, and bamboo into rice cooker filled with rice.

    Step 3. Wash your rice with running water until the water is clear (takes 4-6 times). Strain the rice and make sure it has as little water as possible.

    Step 4. Next, add all the ingredients to the rice: water, shiitake mushrooms, bamboo shoots, ginger, minced garlic, minced shallot, dark soy sauce (for color), soy sauce, oyster sauce (use vegan or regular), and olive oil.

    PRO TIP: Straining the rice ensures that the right amount of water can be added to ensure no mushy or too hard rice.

    Adding shiitake mushrooms, bamboo shoots, ginger, garlic, and shallots into rice within rice cooker.
    Adding sliced basil and green onion into Asian mushroom rice.

    Step 5. Mix everything together and place in the rice cooker. If you don’t have a rice cooker, see how to make this rice on the stovetop with instructions below. Press the button and wait!

    Step 6. Once the rice is ready, add sliced basil and green onions in the rice. Mix together and serve. Hope you enjoy!

    Stovetop Directions:

    I understand that not everyone has a rice cooker, so some of us might use pots on the stovetop to cook the mushroom rice. If that is you, get your medium sized pot ready. Add the rice and mushrooms according to the recipe directions. Once your pot is filled with rice and all the ingredients…follow the instructions below and you can make your one pot mushroom rice!

    1. Heat pot to medium high and cook for 5-7 minutes covered with a lid. The water will start boiling. Make sure to watch over the fire because the water might boil over ◡̈
    2. After 5-7 minutes, turn heat to low and cook for 10 more minutes covered. Do not open the lid during the entire cooking process.
    3. Then turn off the heat and do not open the covered pot. Leave for 20 minutes covered. After the 20-25 minutes is up, mix the rice together and garnish with sliced green onions and basil. Hope you enjoy.
    Cooked rice with green onions, mushroom, bamboo and chili oil on top.

    Expert Tips

    • Rinse your rice before cooking to remove excess starch, which makes for a smoother texture and the rice is not clumpy. Not to mention this helps clean the rice!
    • Soaking the rice in water helps soften the rice as short grain rice can be hard in the center if not soaked.
    • After washing, drain the water as much as you can. Since this is a one pot meal, it is very important to use the correct ratio of water to rice, to ensure the rice is not too soft or too hard.

    Recipe FAQs

    What can I serve this with?

    You can eat this mushroom rice by itself and it will still be filling and delicious. If you want a heartier meal, eat this with Tofu Kimchi and Korean Spicy Soft Tofu Soup.

    How can I store the leftovers?

    You can place it in a tightly closed container and put in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in the microwave with an ice cube or damp paper towel and heat for 1-2 minutes.

    What rice cooker do you use?

    Zojirushi rice cooker – this is the rice cooker I use and it works great! I bought it at Costco 8 years ago and it’s still reliable to this day. The rice always comes out delicious! I recommend checking Costco if they have this brand or you can buy it on Amazon.

    Check out more delicious rice dishes below!

    • Hainanese chicken rice – chicken cooked in rice and served with ginger scallion oil and spicy sauce
    • Rice cooker chinese chicken and rice – Chinese marinated chicken cooked along chinese sausage for a super delicious one pot rice
    • Golden Egg Fried Rice – Chinese sausage cooked with chicnese broccoli in a delicious fried rice
    • Yaki Onigiri (Grilled Rice Balls)
    • tomato sauce with chicken on the right and shrimp and egg sauce on the left
      Ying Yang Rice 鴛鴦炒飯
    • pork mince sunny side egg with white rice
      Braised Minced Pork Sauce
    • One Pot Oyakodon (Made in Rice Cooker)

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    4.91 from 10 votes

    One Pot Mushroom Rice

    Super flavorful mushroom rice made in one pot with bamboo, basil and chives for an easy, no fuss meal.
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time45 minutes mins
    Total Time1 hour hr
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Asian Fusion
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 478kcal
    Author: Dana

    Equipment

    • 1 Rice Cooker

    Ingredients

    rice cooker ingredients:

    • 1 cup short grain rice soak with 2 cups of water prior to cooking
    • 1 cup water
    • 3 fresh shiitake mushrooms sliced
    • ½ cup cooked bamboo shoots thinly sliced
    • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
    • 2 garlic minced
    • 1 shallot minced
    • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce for color
    • ½ tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce use vegan or regular
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    garnish

    • 1 green onion or chives thinly sliced
    • 4-7 basil leaves thinly sliced

    Instructions

    • Soak 1 cup short grain rice with 2 cups water. Soaking the rice in water helps soften the rice as short grain rice can be hard in the center if not soaked.
    • While rice is soaking, you can prep the other ingredients. Slice 3 shiitake mushrooms and ½ cup of cooked bamboo. Mince 1 tablespoon ginger, 2 garlic cloves and 1 shallot.
    • After prepping, wash your rice with running water until the water is clear (takes 4-6 times). Strain the rice and make sure it has as little water as possible. This ensures that you can add the most accurate amount of water in the next step.
    • Next, add all the ingredients to the rice: add 1 cup of water, sliced shiitake mushrooms, bamboo shoots, ginger, minced garlic, minced shallot, 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (for color), ½ tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (use vegan or regular), and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
    • Mix everything together and place rice in the rice cooker. If you don’t have a rice cooker, see how to make this rice on the stovetop with instructions below. Press the button and wait!
    • Slice fresh basil and green onions. Once the rice is ready, add sliced basil and green onions in the rice. Mix together and serve. Hope you enjoy!

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    Notes

    Stovetop Cooking Instructions:
    Get your medium sized pot ready. Add the rice and mushrooms according to the recipe directions. Once your pot is filled with rice and all the ingredients…follow the instructions below and you can make your one pot mushroom rice!
    1. Heat pot to medium high and cook for 5-7 minutes covered with a lid. The water will start boiling. Make sure to watch over the fire because the water might boil over ◡̈
    2. After 5-7 minutes, turn heat to low and cook for 10 more minutes covered. Do not open the lid during the entire cooking process.
    3. Then turn off the heat and do not open the covered pot. Leave for 20 minutes covered. After the 20-25 minutes is up, mix the rice together and garnish with sliced green onions and basil. Hope you enjoy.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1015mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 113IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 5mg
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    1. Vivian lai says

      December 14, 2023 at 5:51 am

      5 stars
      This had so much flavor! Thanks for this recipe – I enjoyed eating it!

      Reply
    2. Sian says

      December 14, 2023 at 1:31 am

      This looks amazingly good and would be super simple to make for a quick weekday lunch – can’t find bamboo shoots here but reading others may try chinese sausage!

      Reply
    3. Jia Kuo says

      December 13, 2023 at 11:39 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve made this recipe countless times and it’s such a delicious, easy go to! Especially great for busy weekdays 🙂 Thanks you Dana!

      Reply
    4. Stephanie Chin says

      July 01, 2023 at 1:45 am

      What can I substitute for bamboo shoots?

      Reply
      • Cook With Dana says

        July 02, 2023 at 10:02 pm

        Hi! I would recommend to substitute with more mushrooms or water chestnuts ◡̈

        Reply
    5. Nadya says

      June 04, 2023 at 9:34 am

      5 stars
      Came across this on Instagram and had to try it! Added some extra bamboo shoots and Chinese sausages in there too, and was incredible.

      Reply
      • Cook With Dana says

        June 04, 2023 at 11:54 pm

        So happy you liked it Nadya ◡̈

        Reply
        • Vickie says

          July 20, 2023 at 8:37 pm

          Would you add sausage to the pot? Whole or sliced?

          Or cook the sausage sliced up separately?

          Reply
          • Cook With Dana says

            July 21, 2023 at 4:41 pm

            Hi Vickie,

            For the mushroom rice, I didn’t add any sausage. If you want to add sausage, I would recommend to cook it and add it when the mushroom rice is done. Hope that helps.
            -Dana

            Reply
    6. CC says

      March 25, 2023 at 1:58 am

      This looks deelish!
      Will it still cool well with brown rice?

      Reply
      • Cook With Dana says

        March 28, 2023 at 4:23 pm

        hello, I think brown rice should work! I think you will need to play with the water ratio (maybe increase the water). The current recipe is for jasmine and short grain rice only.

        Reply
    7. Hira Hasnain says

      March 24, 2023 at 9:49 pm

      Can this be modified for instant pot?

      Reply
      • Cook With Dana says

        March 28, 2023 at 4:21 pm

        Hi Hira, yes as long as you put it in the rice cooker option!

        Reply
    8. Ally says

      February 02, 2023 at 12:36 am

      5 stars
      This was sooooo good. Super easy too!

      Reply
      • Cook With Dana says

        February 02, 2023 at 5:05 pm

        Thanks Ally for trying it out ◡̈

        Reply
    9. Liz says

      May 25, 2022 at 5:03 pm

      Does this recipe work with portobello mushrooms as well?

      Reply
      • Cook With Dana says

        June 02, 2022 at 11:45 pm

        Yes it does!

        Reply
    10. lo says

      May 19, 2022 at 2:59 am

      5 stars
      I saw this recipe on ig and it looked so good, just had to try it and so glad I did!!! It tastes so nourishing & comforting, love bamboo so much! I followed the recipe exactly, only added more shiitake + shimeji. Steamed broccolini on top along with it, pretty good pairing.

      Definitely making this again asap, going in the rotation for sure! Can’t believe I’ve only used my rice cooker for plain rice before this lol. Thank you for sharing such a lovely recipe ☺️

      Reply
      • Cook With Dana says

        May 19, 2022 at 5:14 pm

        So happy you liked the recipe Lo! I love how its so easy and it gives me an excuse to eat more bamboo too hehe ◡̈

        Reply

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