Instant Pot Wild Rice Pilaf (Easy Wild Rice Blend Recipe)

Easy Instant Pot wild rice pilaf made with vegetables and herbs.

Instant Pot Wild Rice Pilaf (Easy Wild Rice Blend Recipe)

This Instant Pot Wild Rice Pilaf is an easy side dish made with wild rice blend, mushrooms, vegetables, and herbs. Perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners.

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Additional Time25

Total Time1

Makes servings

Recipe from: Deanne Frieders | This Farm Girl Cooks

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 large carrots finely grated
½ medium red onion diced
2 large celery stalks diced
10 ounces baby bella or white mushrooms sliced
2 teaspoons minced garlic
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup wild rice blend rinsed
2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
1½ teaspoons dried rosemary
2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, plus more for garnish
⅓ cup toasted slivered almonds optional

Instructions

Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté. Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil.
Add 2 large carrots, ½ medium red onion, 2 large celery stalks, 10 ounces baby bella or white mushrooms, and 2 teaspoons minced garlic. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables soften and the mushrooms release their moisture.
Stir in 1 cup wild rice blend, 2 cups chicken brothand 1½ teaspoons dried rosemary.
Lock the lid and set the valve to Sealing.
Cook on High Pressure for 15 minutes.
Allow a 10-minute Natural Release, then carefully release any remaining pressure.
Let the rice rest for 5 minutes before opening the lid.
Fluff gently with a fork.
Stir in 2 Tablespoons fresh parsleyand ⅓ cup toasted slivered almonds, if using.
Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with extra parsley before serving.

Farm Girl Tips

Use a wild rice blend. This recipe was tested using a wild rice blend, not 100% wild rice. If using pure wild rice, you'll likely need to increase the cook time according to the package directions.
Rinse the rice first. A quick rinse removes excess starch and helps the grains cook up fluffy.
Fresh parsley makes a difference. Stir it in after cooking for the brightest flavor and color. If you only have dried parsley, use 2 teaspoons.
Toast the almonds. Toasting brings out their nutty flavor and adds a delicious crunch. It's optional but highly recommended.
Season before serving. The saltiness of chicken broth varies by brand, so taste the pilaf after cooking and add additional salt and pepper if needed.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Reheating: Reheat in the microwave with a splash of broth or water to restore moisture, or warm gently in a skillet over medium-low heat.

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