Instant Pot Rice and Orzo Pilaf with Mushrooms Recipe

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Brief

Prep 10 mins

Cook: 30 mins

Additional: 10 mins

Total: 50 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Instant Pot Rice and Orzo Pilaf with Mushrooms Recipe

Ingredients

4 tablespoons avocado oil

divided

¾ cup basmati rice

well rinsed

¼ cup orzo

1 ½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth

divided

1 teaspoon granulated garlic

¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

1 ½ teaspoons onion powder

½ (10 ounce) package sliced cremini mushrooms

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1 pinch salt to taste

Pasta and Noodle

Directions

Step 1

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add 2 tablespoons oil rice and orzo. Saute stirring and scraping the bottom of the pot constantly until orzo is brown about 5 minutes. Pour in 1/4 cup broth and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom.

Step 2

Turn cooker off and add remaining broth garlic paprika and onion powder. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 3

Meanwhile heat remaining oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and saute until lightly browned about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Carefully release remaining pressure using quick-release method about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Fluff the rice. Add mushrooms and parsley. Taste and adjust salt as needed.

Nutritional Information

Instant Pot Rice and Orzo Pilaf with Mushrooms Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 318.1

% Daily Value *

Protein: 6.2g 12%

Carbohydrates: 41.2g 13%

Dietary Fiber: 1.7g 7%

Sugars: 1.3g

Fat: 14.6g 23%

Saturated Fat: 1.8g 9%

Vitamin A Iu: 238.2IU 5%

Niacin Equivalents: 0.7mg 6%

Vitamin C: 2.8mg 5%

Folate: 31mcg 8%

Calcium: 11.3mg 1%

Iron: 1mg 6%

Magnesium: 8.9mg 3%

Potassium: 49.1mg 1%

Sodium: 130.2mg 5%

Calories From Fat: 131.8

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.