Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto with Pumpkin

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Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto with Pumpkin

This Instant Pot risotto combines chestnut mushrooms, arborio rice, and pumpkin puree for a creamy, flavorful dish. It uses white wine and vegetable stock to build flavor, finishes with vegan parmesan cheese, and is garnished with fresh parsley. The pressure cooking method produces tender rice with a smooth texture, balanced by the earthiness of mushrooms and mild sweetness of pumpkin.

Description

The Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto with Pumpkin starts by sautéing chestnut mushrooms in the pot until browned and their moisture released. Arborio rice is then stirred in to coat with oil and lightly toast, followed by deglazing with white wine. Green onions and pumpkin puree are added along with vegetable stock, and the pot is sealed and cooked under high pressure for 5 minutes for al dente or 6 minutes for softer rice.

After a quick pressure release, the risotto might appear soupy but thickens as it’s stirred with grated vegan parmesan cheese, which adds a cheesy richness without dairy. Fresh parsley adds a mild herbaceous note to finish. The resulting risotto is creamy and smooth with a balance of umami mushrooms and subtly sweet pumpkin.

This dish is best served hot and can be adjusted in flavor by varying the stock type or cheese amount. The method allows for quicker risotto than traditional stovetop preparation while still achieving a tender yet textured consistency.

For best results, sauté mushrooms separately to deepen flavor before pressure cooking. Leftover wine or a vinegar-water mix can replace wine if needed. Serve immediately as cooled risotto becomes stodgy.

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Ingredients

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Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto Ingredients

  • 1 lb mushrooms I used chestnut mushrooms
  • 2 cups arborio rice 370g
  • 1/2 cup white wine 118ml
  • 4 green onions sliced
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 115g
  • 4 1/2 cups vegetable stock 1125ml
  • 1/3 cup vegan parmesan cheese 35g, grated
  • parsley for garnish, chopped

Instructions

Instant Pot Instructions

  1. Select the sauté setting on the Instant Pot and add oil into the insert.
  2. Add mushrooms and then cook until they have released moisture and start to brown.
  3. Mix in the rice and stir until rice starts to turn translucent, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  4. Then add wine, deglaze the instant pot insert and cook until it is mostly evaporated.
  5. Add in the green onions, pumpkin purée, and vegetable stock. Do not mix!
  6. Cover, seal, a set to high pressure, manual for 5 minutes (al dentor 6 minutes for softer rice.
  7. Cook till done, switch off and perform a quick pressure release.
  8. The Instant Pot Risotto might look soupy, but that is okay. Stir with a wooden spoon, add in Parmesan and adjust seasonings.
  9. Serve topped with additional Parmesan and freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Add as much cheese as you prefer to enrich the flavor.
  • Cooking mushrooms separately before pressure cooking enhances their flavor and texture.
  • You may substitute vegetable stock with chicken stock or water to suit dietary preferences.
  • If wine is unavailable, a mix of vinegar and water works as a substitute.
  • Serve the risotto hot; it does not reheat well due to its texture.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 309kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 62g (21%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 736mg (31%) Potassium 369mg (8%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 3612IU (72%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 22mg (2%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 309 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 309kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 62g 21%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 736mg 31%
Potassium 369mg 8%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 3612IU 72%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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