 Cozy, Earthy, And Irresistible: Miso Mushroom Rice Bowl

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1 cup rice, 2 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp miso paste, 2 cups mushrooms, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt & pepper, 1 sliced green onion, optional soy sauce or sesame seeds. Image credit: pexels

Roast The Mushrooms

Toss mushrooms with olive oil, salt & pepper. Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 20 mins until golden. Image credit: pexels

Cook The Rice

Cook rice as usual with water or broth for extra flavor. Let rest, then fluff. Image credit: pexels

Make Miso Butter

Mix softened butter with miso paste until smooth and well blended. Image credit: pexels

Combine Rice & Miso Butter

Stir miso butter into warm rice until fully melted and evenly coated. Image credit: pexels

Serve & Enjoy

Top rice with roasted mushrooms, green onions, and optional sesame seeds or soy drizzle. Image credit: pexels

Tips & Variations

Use brown rice or quinoa, add a soft-boiled egg, or try garlic miso butter for a flavorful twist! Image credit: pexels

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