Top 10 Indian Mushroom Recipes – Easy & Delicious Veg Options with a Chopper

Mushrooms may seem like a slippery and fancy ingredient that is difficult to work with. Any type of mushroom would severely underestimate the use of mushrooms for midweek meal prep. Why do I say that? Because mushrooms are earth's gifts. 

They are tasty, rich in nutrients, a best friend for anyone who dabbles in vegetarian Indian cooking and of course, very economical. Like with a few simple cuts from an electric mini chopper, you can prepare a dish that is out of this world. If you are someone with a to-do list, caring for a big family, or in dire need of rekindling your taste buds, mushrooms are nothing short of a miracle.

So, without further ado, let's savor the bliss of Indian sprinkles  that would effortlessly fill the air while we cook. In this article, I have shared 10 mushroom recipes you can easily try at home as all are quite budget friendly.

Now let's jump straight to the meal prep guide with a list of simplified instructions and clear ingredients so even a beginner can give it a try.

1. Mushroom Masala

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This rich, spicy mushroom masala is perfect with roti or rice and comes together in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 200g button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to finely dice the onion and tomatoes. Slice the mushrooms if not pre-sliced.
2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
3. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes turn soft and oil separates, about 5 minutes.
6. Toss in the mushrooms and mix well. Cover and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender.
7. Sprinkle garam masala, stir, and garnish with cilantro. Serve hot with roti or rice.

2. Mushroom Biryani

Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes
• 200g mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon biryani masala
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 cinnamon stick, 2 cloves, 1 bay leaf
• Salt to taste
• 2 cups water
• Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to thinly slice the mushrooms and onion.
2. Heat oil in a large pot. Add cinnamon, cloves, and bay leaf, and sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Add the sliced onion and cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, and biryani masala. Cook for 1 minute.
5. Add mushrooms and yogurt, mixing well. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
6. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot with 2 cups of water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is cooked.
7. Fluff the rice, garnish with mint, and serve with raita.

3. Smoky mushroom tikkas

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Ingredients:

• 200g button mushrooms, whole
• 1/2 cup thick yogurt
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon tandoori masala
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon oil
• Salt to taste
• Skewers for grilling

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to mince ginger and garlic for the marinade.
2. In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, tandoori masala, turmeric, oil, and salt.
3. Add whole mushrooms to the marinade and coat well. Let sit for 30 minutes.
4. Thread mushrooms onto skewers.
5. Grill on a hot grill or in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway, until charred.
6. Serve hot with mint chutney and onion rings.

4. Mushroom Curry

Ingredients:

• 200g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 green chilies, chopped
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 10 curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to finely chop the onion, green chilies, and curry leaves.
2. Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them pop.
3. Add chopped onion, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté until the onion is soft, about 4 minutes.
4. Stir in turmeric and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes.
5. Pour in coconut milk and salt. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the curry thickens.
6. Serve hot with steamed rice or dosa.

5. Mushroom Pulao

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice, soaked for 20 minutes
• 200g mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 cinnamon stick, 2 cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to thinly slice the mushrooms and onion.
2. Heat oil in a pot. Add cumin seeds, cinnamon, and cloves, and sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Add the sliced onion and cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in mushrooms and turmeric. Cook for 3 minutes.
5. Drain the rice and add it to the pot with 2 cups of water and salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is cooked.
6. Fluff with a fork, garnish with cilantro, and serve with raita.

6. Mushroom Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 200g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili sauce
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Green onions, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to slice mushrooms, bell pepper, and onion, and mince garlic.
2. Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Add onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until crisp-tender.
4. Add soy sauce, chili sauce, salt, and pepper. Toss well for 1 minute.
5. Garnish with green onions and serve with fried rice or noodles.

7. Mushroom Korma

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Ingredients:

• 200g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 10 cashews, soaked
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1/4 cup cream
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to blend onion, cashews, and tomato into a smooth paste.
2. Heat oil in a pan. Add the paste and cook for 5 minutes until oil separates.
3. Stir in ginger-garlic paste, cardamom, and cinnamon. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Add mushrooms and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
5. Stir in cream and simmer for 2 minutes. Serve with naan or rice.

8. Mushroom Paratha

Ingredients:

• 200g mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 green chili, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 2 cups whole-wheat flour
• Water for dough
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to finely chop mushrooms, onion, and green chili.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan. Add onion and green chili, and sauté for 3 minutes.
3. Add mushrooms, cumin, coriander, and salt. Cook until dry, about 5 minutes. Let cool.
4. Knead flour with water and salt into a soft dough. Divide into balls.
5. Roll a dough ball, place 1 tablespoon filling in the center, and seal. Roll into a paratha.
6. Cook on a hot griddle with oil until golden on both sides. Serve with yogurt or pickle.

9. Mushroom Soup

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Ingredients:

• 200g mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons cream
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to finely chop mushrooms, onion, and garlic.
2. Heat oil in a pot. Add garlic and onion, and sauté for 4 minutes.
3. Add mushrooms, cumin, pepper, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add vegetable stock and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Blend until smooth, stir in cream, and garnish with cilantro. Serve with bread.

10. Mushroom Chilli

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Ingredients:

• 200g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons cornflour
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Oil for frying
• Green onions, for garnish
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Use your chopper to slice mushrooms, bell pepper, and onion.
2. Toss mushrooms in cornflour, chili powder, and salt. Fry in hot oil until crispy, about 5 minutes. Drain.
3. In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Add onion and bell pepper, and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
4. Add soy sauce, vinegar, and fried mushrooms. Toss for 1 minute.
5. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Tips for Mushroom Mastery

To make your mushroom dishes pop, keep these tips in mind. 

• Clean mushrooms with a damp cloth instead of washing to avoid sogginess. 
• Cook them on high heat for a caramelized texture. And don’t skip the chopper – it ensures uniform cuts, saving time and elevating presentation. With these recipes and tricks, you’re ready to impress!

Conclusion

Mushrooms bring endless possibilities to vegetarian Indian cooking, and these 10 recipes showcase their versatility, from cozy curries to spicy snacks. With a chopper, prepping these dishes is quick and stress-free, letting you enjoy the process as much as the meal. Perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, these recipes are your ticket to flavorful, healthy meals that celebrate Indian spices. So, grab your ingredients, fire up your chopper, and let’s make some magic in the kitchen. For top-notch chopping ease, explore the innovative kitchen appliances from Glen India – your partner in crafting these delicious mushroom dishes!