Best 13 Wild Rice And Mushrooms Southern Style Recipes

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If you're looking for a satisfying and flavorful Southern-style dish, wild rice and mushrooms is an excellent option. This dish combines the nutty flavor of wild rice with the earthy taste of mushrooms, creating a hearty and delicious meal. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with the necessary steps and tips to create a delicious wild rice and mushrooms dish that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 medium onion, diced
2 1/2 cups wild rice
5 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, sliced with tough stems removed
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large saucepot over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the rice and toast while stirring until it begins to smell nutty, about 1 minute. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook on low until the water is absorbed, about 40 minutes.
  • While the rice is cooking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon butter along with the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the button mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms and thyme and cook, stirring often until they begin to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, season with salt and pepper and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute more.
  • When the rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and gently fold in the mushrooms. Add to a serving bowl and sprinkle with the parsley before serving.

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS



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Kardea Brown always looks forward to nights when her mom makes her famous wild rice. "It's bursting with umami goodness," Kardea says, "She's known for it!" After learning the basics from Mom, Kardea put her own spin on the dish by adding mushrooms. She likes serving it with baked chicken or roasted turkey breast, but she swears it's good with everything. "You can't go wrong with this recipe. It's the perfect side!"

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 onion, diced
2 1/2 cups wild rice
5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more if needed
8 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, tough stems removed, sliced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the wild rice and toast, stirring, until it begins to smell nutty, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer over low heat. Cover and cook until the water is absorbed, about 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the button mushrooms, shiitakes and thyme and cook, stirring often, until the mushrooms begin to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic (add more oil to the skillet if it's dry), season with salt and pepper and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 more minute.
  • When the rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and gently fold in the mushroom mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Add to a serving bowl; sprinkle with the parsley.

ONE-POT SAUSAGE & MUSHROOM WILD RICE



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We've dressed up this one-pot wild rice dish with rich sausage, fragrant herbs, and earthy mushrooms. During the holidays, it can be a decadent alternative to traditional stuffing, but it's also a comforting and elegant dish for any time of the year.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb bulk sausage
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup sliced onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
8 oz sliced fresh white mushrooms
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
3/4 cup dry white wine
2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup uncooked wild rice
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, if desired

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until cooked through. Drain, and set aside.
  • Clean out Dutch oven; melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add onions and thyme; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions begin to brown and soften. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter, and stir to melt; stir in mushrooms and celery. Increase heat to medium-high; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release juices and then brown.
  • Stir in wine; simmer 3 to 4 minutes, scraping pan to release browned bits. Once liquid is almost evaporated, stir in sausage, broth and whipping cream; stir in wild rice. Heat to boiling over high heat; cover, and cook over medium-low heat 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes, without stirring, until rice is tender. Top with parsley and walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize About 1 Cup, Sodium 850 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

DIRTY RICE WITH MUSHROOMS



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This vegetarian version of Southern dirty rice replaces the traditional ground beef and chicken livers with hearty mushrooms, creamy black-eyed peas and flavorful spices for a satisfying one-pot meal. The recipe starts with the classic Cajun holy trinity - onion, green bell pepper and celery in equal parts - to create a flavorful foundation. Mushroom broth adds even more depth and reinforces the earthy cremini mushrooms, while a drizzle of hot sauce adds tang and kick. Serve with simple leafy greens or chopped salad.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, weeknight, grains and rice, main course, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup neutral oil, such as safflower or canola
1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) and black pepper
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, trimmed and finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups long-grain white rice
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
3 cups store-bought or homemade mushroom broth
1 (15-ounce can) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions, plus more for garnish
Hot sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium. Add onion, celery and bell pepper, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 minutes. Add mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender and their liquid is absorbed, 5 minutes. Stir in garlic until fragrant, 1 minute.
  • Add rice, Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Stir until well blended, then add broth, scraping bottom of pot to remove any browned bits. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Scatter black-eyed peas on top in an even layer, cover and cook 3 minutes longer. Turn off heat.
  • Add scallions to the pot, and fluff rice with a fork. Divide among bowls and garnish with more scallions. Serve with hot sauce.

MUSHROOM WILD RICE DISH



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With its nutty texture and visual appeal, you'll turn to this hearty side whenever a rice dish is in order. I've served this for more than 30 years and, over time, have learned to make enough for leftovers to be sent home with family members.-Virginia Peter, Winter, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups uncooked wild rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in the rice, salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 55 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from the heat. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. Saute the mushrooms, onion and almonds in drippings until vegetables are tender; stir into rice mixture. Add bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 568mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS



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In Wisconsin, wild rice is truly wild, not cultivated as in other states, the tassels rising and swaying over rivers, lakes and floodplains come late August and September. Called manoomin by the local Chippewa, it is a protected crop that can be harvested only by state residents holding a valid license. And only by hand, as the Chippewa have always done, using wooden flails gently (the grains should fall from the stalk without great effort) from canoes propelled by paddles or push poles. Shellie Holmes of Rhinelander, Wis., who shares her recipe here, likes to cook wild rice just until it pops open. This is a break with her family's tradition, which favored a chewier texture and did not allow popping. "Do not mix with other rice," she urged, lest you lose the flavor of the wild.

Provided by Ligaya Mishan

Categories     dinner, lunch, side dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces long-grain Wisconsin wild rice
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
1 pound cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt, more to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup dry sherry, such as Dry Sack (do not use cream sherry)

Steps:

  • Bring 5 cups water to a boil. Stir in rice, then reduce heat so liquid is just simmering. Cover and cook until grains just begin to pop, about 40 minutes. Drain excess liquid from rice and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they have released their liquid and are golden brown, about 8 minutes; remove to a plate. Repeat with remaining butter and mushrooms.
  • Return all the mushrooms to the skillet and season with the salt and pepper, to taste. Very carefully add sherry to deglaze the pan, and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated but mushrooms are still moist.
  • Mix mushrooms into prepared rice and season again with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 298, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 203 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 1 gram

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS



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Chock-full of mushrooms, celery and green onions, this hearty side dish is an ideal accompaniment to cool-weather meals. Our Test Kitchen staff seasoned it with garlic, thyme and rosemary so it complements nearly any entree. Plus, it makes a big batch, so you can use the extra in the next two dishes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8-10 servings (7 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 12

3-1/2 cups chicken broth
2-1/2 cups water
2 cups uncooked wild rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
3/4 cup diced celery
1/2 cup sliced green onions
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil. add the rice, salt, thyme, pepper and rosemary. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 60-65 minutes or until rice is tender; drain., In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, celery, green onions and garlic in oil. Add the rice; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 454mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

WILD RICE AND MUSHROOMS



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This is my version of rice pilaf, simple and tasty. An old girlfriend gave me this recipe, and it was one of the first dishes I made my husband when we were married.

Provided by Barbasol

Categories     Rice

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup margarine
1 cup wild rice
1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
3 tablespoons chopped chives, green onion,and green pepper
1 (14 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
3 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Melt margarine.
  • Saute rice, almonds, chives, green onion, green pepper, mushrooms until rice turns yellow.
  • Put in casserole with stock and salt.
  • Cover, Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour or until all liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.6, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 741.8, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 4.1, Protein 11.1

WILD RICE WITH BALSAMIC MUSHROOMS



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Earthy fresh mushrooms combine with the tang of balsamic vinegar and the crunch of wild rice in this simple, hearty dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup wild rice, rinsed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound mixed fresh mushrooms (such as oyster, cremini, and shiitake), sliced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions, plus more for garnish
4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a small pot. Add rice, and reduce to a simmer. Cover, and cook until rice is just tender and almost all the liquid has been absorbed, about 40 minutes. Remove from heat. Let sit, covered, 10 minutes. Drain any excess cooking liquid if necessary. Fluff rice with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, and cook 3 minutes (do not stir). Season with 3/4 teaspoon salt, and stir. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender and caramelized, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and add butter and scallions. Cook until scallions are softened, about 1 minute. Turn off heat, and stir in vinegar.
  • Transfer rice to a serving bowl. Stir in mushrooms, and season with salt and pepper.

WILD RICE WITH WILD MUSHROOMS



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One surprise to Europeans who settled the plains was the abundance of wild mushrooms, including morels, chanterelles, and other varieties familiar from home. Free for the picking, the mushrooms were hung on strings and dried, providing a winter's worth of eating. Wild rice (actually a grass seed) is a New World native that combines well with the earthy mushrooms the French cèpes.

Categories     Mushroom     Rice     Side     Thanksgiving     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups canned chicken broth
3/4 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, rinsed under cold water
1 1/4 cups wild rice, rinsed under cold water
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
9 medium crimini or button mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • Bring broth to boil in small saucepan. Remove from heat; add porcini mushrooms and let stand until soft, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving soaking liquid. Finely chop porcini.
  • Bring medium saucepan of water to boil. Add rice, salt and bay leaves. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until rice is almost tender, about 45 minutes. Drain; discard bay leaves. (Porcini and rice can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover porcini, soaking liquid and rice separately and refrigerate.)
  • Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, garlic, marjoram, thyme and porcini and sauté 5 minutes. Add crimini mushrooms; sauté until tender, about 7 minutes. Add rice and reserved porcini soaking liquid, discarding sediment in bottom. Simmer until almost all liquid absorbed but mixture is still moist, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS AND PARSLEY



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If you can't find wild rice, a wild-rice blend also works well -- just omit any seasoning packet in favor of the mushroom-parsley blend.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup wild rice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound button mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package instructions. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are browned, about 13 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in cooked rice and remove from heat. Stir in parsley and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g

WILD RICE MUSHROOM CASSEROLE



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Or wild rice hot dish, as us mid-westerners say! This recipe has been a holiday family tradition for years. Not low on calories, but it is worth it!

Provided by katydid31

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked wild rice
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
½ medium onion, chopped
¾ cup uncooked white rice
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
3 cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups heavy cream
½ cup slivered almonds
2 teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cover wild rice with boiling water and soak for 1 hour. Drain.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat; stir in mushrooms and onion. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine soaked wild rice and uncooked white rice in a bowl. Add mushroom-onion mixture and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Add chicken broth, cream, almonds, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cover with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours. Remove foil, dot with remaining butter, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Bake casserole until cheese and butter have melted, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 60.5 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 785.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

WILD RICE AND MUSHROOMS, SOUTHERN STYLE



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Tasty and heart-warming, this recipe comes from the Southern chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Rice

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup wild rice
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups water, boiling
1 lb mushroom
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse rice and drain; drop into boiling water along with the salt and cook for approximately 45 minutes or until tender andwater is well absorbed.
  • Set to the side until rice is dry and fluffy.
  • Wash mushrooms quickly in cold water and saute in butter until well browned.
  • Remove mushrooms from skillet and add flour; rub to a smooth paste.
  • Add milk gradually and cook until thick, stirring constantly.
  • Season to taste, add mushrooms and heat through.
  • Pour over rice and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.2, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 23.8, Sodium 664.3, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 11.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of wild rice: There are many different types of wild rice available, each with its own unique flavor and texture. For this recipe, we recommend using a long-grain wild rice, such as Minnesota wild rice or Canadian wild rice.
  • Toast the wild rice before cooking: Toasting the wild rice before cooking helps to bring out its nutty flavor. To do this, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the wild rice. Cook, stirring constantly, for 5-7 minutes, or until the rice is golden brown and fragrant.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use to cook the wild rice will have a big impact on the final flavor of the dish. We recommend using a chicken broth or vegetable broth that is well-seasoned.
  • Add vegetables and herbs: Vegetables and herbs can add a lot of flavor and texture to wild rice. Some good options include mushrooms, onions, celery, carrots, and thyme.
  • Cook the wild rice until it is tender but still has a slight bite: Wild rice should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite. This usually takes about 45-50 minutes.

Conclusion:

Wild rice and mushrooms are a delicious and healthy combination that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. This Southern-style recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor. The wild rice is cooked in a flavorful broth with mushrooms, onions, celery, carrots, and thyme. The result is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cold weather meal. Give this recipe a try the next time you're looking for a new wild rice dish. You won't be disappointed!

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