Farro With Mushrooms Recipe (2024)

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Meri V

I used only fresh mushrooms (1/2 baby bella, 1/2 shiitake), therefore started the recipe at Step 4.

I also had pearled farro, so only used 3c stock, covered and cooked on high for 10 min. Then removed the lid, added a 4th c stock, stirred until liquid absorbed, then added 1/2 pecorino-romano and black pepper, and served.
This was so delicious!!! Served with the NYT chicken thighs and winter squash recipe, and it might be the best meal i've made from this page ever!

Curtis Hartman

Pearled farro cuts the cooking time in half. which also means you should cut the amount of stock, again about by 50%

Sarah

Two words: Instant Pot. This was delicious and hearty. To convert this recipe for the instant pot, use the saute function for the onions, mushrooms, garlic and rosemary, then add the farro, 1/2C of wine, and 4C broth of choice (mushroom, chicken, etc.), give a good stir, then close the lid and pressure cook on high for 25 minutes with a natural release. It was slightly soupy at this point so I sauteed on high and stirred constantly until it reached a risotto consistency. Fantastic!

Cecilia

Great recipe. I followed the recipe except I used mushroom broth for the liquid. The leftovers are great cold with chopped celery, red onions, cucumbers and a big mix of olive oil and squeeze of lemon.

Amy

I love this recipe. Farro makes amazing risotto. I added frozen peas at the end for color and sweetness. They went really well with the deep earthy flavor of this dish. servings per recipe are generous. Most everyone had seconds and I have just enough leftovers- yum...

HealthCoachJ

Go vegan by substituting nutritional yeast for the parmasean. Out of this world flavor!!

Lauren

Make sure to check on the type of farro you are using in your recipe- semi-pearled farro can cut the cooking time in half, but still tastes just as delicious!

Janet

I used a pearled farro that doesn't require soaking and cooks much faster (25 - 30 minutes). Like the earlier post, I used less liquid with the pearled. I also reduced the dried mushroom stock to intensify the flavor and added a dash of soy sauce. This dish is a real keeper. We all loved it -- nutty and rich with deep mushroom flavored.

Jill Birnbaum

This was easy to convert to an electric pressure cooker. 1.5 cups of broth to 1 cup farro. 10 minutes under high pressure and 10 minutes under natural release. Fabulous!

JH

I've made this twice, once with dried porcini and once with a vegan mushroom bouillon - tasted almost the same, so I'll stick with the bouillon since it's less work.

Since I'm vegan, I eliminated the parmesan but needed to add a flavour to add interest. The 1st time, I added diced red pepper in the last 10 minutes - nice color and tasty - plus some hazelnut oil just before serving. The 2nd time, I added fresh green peas and a scant teaspoon of mustard. Also good.

June

...loving the idea of criminal mushrooms!

Austro Girl

Yumm! And so much easier than a risotto. Chopped up and stirred in lots of fresh spinach at the end for color and (more) health. Also had no rosemary, so substituted tarragon. A dollop of creme fraiche at the end brought raves all around.

Laurie

Tastes like essence of mushrooms. I sautéed the fresh mushrooms separately, set them aside, and stirred in at end with parsley and cheese. That way, the mushrooms didn't get soggy or steamed, allowing their flavor to really come through. I used half the farro and fresh mushrooms, and the full amount of remaining ingredients. Even so, this served 4 as a side dish. Served w/ Salmon with Smoked Salmon Butter from this site, a great combo. I presoaked farro 1 hour, it was cooked in 40 minutes.

Jessica

I substituted dress leeks for the onion and it turned out well. At the suggestion of my grandma, I used a cup of leeks for the half cup onion called for. They added a subtle flavor that paired well with the wild mushrooms I also used.

Linda Criss

There is no need to soak the farro.

David

Recipe needs some help. I think the farro to mushroom recipe is too high. I only used 1 cup farro to 1 cup mushrooms. I'll use more mushrooms the next time. I also added a tablespoon of red vinegar for more flavor, otherwise it is a bit bland. Perhaps more rosemary.

Deborah Russell

Loved this recipe. I think it will be excellent as a new side dish at Thanksgiving.

Hulk

Recipe was a HIT. Delicious. Followed recipe almost exactly, except: (1) used pearled farro, (2) used just 3 cups of the broth/stock mixture, and (3) used the InstantPot, adding and sautéing everything as directed, then sealed amd cooked on high pressure for 10 min, natural release for 5 min, then quick release.Mushrooms I used were: 1/2 oz dried porcini, 8 oz of fresh baby bella, and 8 oz of a mix of fresh trumpet royale, alba clamshell, & brown clamshell.

Brad P

I've made several times exactly per the recipe - delicious!

Equitraveler

This is a delicious dish that works as a side or as a meal. I made a few changes based on what I had available: leek instead of onion, a mix of fresh mushrooms, white vermouth instead of white wine, pearled farro. The reheated leftovers went well with poached eggs. Next time I'm going to add some baby spinach leaves near the end of cooking time.

Connie V.

I made this tonight and it’s a winner! Couldn’t find dried mushrooms so used fresh cremini. I also used normal farro, didn’t add the reserved cup of broth and it took about 40 minutes. My boys and I LOVED it!

Melissa

Step 3 — does this mean I need 6 cups of just the mushroom water to add to the 6 cups of stock or that both together should add up to 6 cups?? Very very unclear to me.

Hulk

2 cups mushroom water + 4 cups stock = 6 cups

Melissa

Cook mushrooms until they begin to “sweat”?? Um, they are coated with oil as they are cooking so huh? Can’t you give a rough time estimate??This is one of the most confusing recipes I’ve ever encountered. Cmon man!

Val

I made just as is. Ran out of time a cut cooking by about 10 min. Refrigerated over night and stirred in the cup of broth before warming up. Perfect!

Robert Gaines

I used fresh mushrooms and it came out excellent. Paired it with some nice bread, and it made for an excellet meal

Barb

I had to use half farro and half pearled barley as that's all I had on hand. It was delicious, though.

Bep

Taste fine. Too much effort. Prep took over two hours plus cooking time.

JenniferD

Made for the first time tonight. Delicious! I wish I’d read more notes regarding less stock using pearled. Has anyone tried to freeze leftovers?

Dana

Wonderful recipe. I followed the suggestions made by several others to sauté the mushrooms separately and add toward the end, and to halve the amount of stock and cooking time as I had semi-pearled farro.Decided to add some chopped and sautéed prosciutto to the mix and this vaulted the dish over the top.

Heidi

Bland. I didn’t need to add the 1 cup stock at the end so I now have a mushroom/chicken stock blend I need to figure out what I can use it in.It’s interesting to see how many ppl raved about this recipe while changing a bunch of ingredients.

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FAQs

How much does 1 cup of farro make? ›

One cup of uncooked farro makes about 2.5 cups of cooked farro. As stated before, cooking farro is like pasta. When it is finished cooking, the extra water is drained away so there is not an exact ratio of water to farro used. However, I like to add at least 3 cups of water for 1 cup of farro.

What is the ratio of water to farro? ›

Add water or broth in a 3 to 1 ratio of water to farro. Cover, cook on high 2 to 4 hours, until farro is soft and chewy. Drain if there is any leftover liquid (or add the cooking liquid to soup so the starches thicken it).

Do you need to soak farro before cooking? ›

Do you need to soak farro before cooking? The only type of farro that needs to be soaked before cooking is whole farro. Pearled and semi-pearled farro do not need to be soaked.

What is the best way to eat farro? ›

Top plain or herbed farro with your favorite roasted veggies (maybe butternut squash, cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts or tomatoes?), a protein like roasted chickpeas, and a delicious sauce like tahini sauce, tzatziki, or hummus to make an easy, healthy meal.

What is a portion size of farro? ›

Although farro is a relatively healthy grain, it's important to remember that, like all grains, farro is relatively high in carbohydrates. Sticking to appropriate ¼ cup portion sizes of farro can prevent you from overindulging in carbohydrates for the day.

What happens if you don't rinse farro? ›

Farro is sometimes covered in a dusty residue as a result of processing. To remove it (and any other unwanted debris that might be present), always rinse your farro under cool, running water in a fine-mesh strainer before cooking it.

How do you keep farro from getting mushy? ›

The farro will absorb a lot of the water, but the excess should be drained off. You can either use a colander or just carefully tilt the pot while using the lid to hold the grains in place. Drain off as much water as possible to prevent it from turning mushy.

How to tell when farro is done? ›

Honestly, the best way to tell if farro is done is to taste it. The texture should be chewy yet tender. That said, if you would like your farro to be softer (less chewy), just simmer it a few minutes longer until it reaches your desired consistency.

Is farro better for you than rice? ›

All grains have a place in a healthy diet. Farro and barley, being whole grains, contain more fiber and health benefits than white pasta or white rice.

Why cook farro in vinegar? ›

Soak Your Farro

Before cooking your farro, we recommend first sprouting your grains. Sprouting farro can be achieved by soaking your grains in water, vinegar and salt. While this may seem like an unnecessary step, it will ensure that your farro is cooked to perfection, producing a delicious flavor.

Is farro a carb or protein? ›

A 45-gram serving of pearled farro provides 150 calories, most of which are carbohydrates. You'll consume 29 grams of carbohydrate in a 1/3 cup serving, 3 grams of fiber, and 1 gram of sugar. The rest of the carbohydrate in farro is starch.

Is farro healthier than quinoa? ›

These grains are a force to be reckoned with. While both provide excellent sources of fiber and protein, farro tops the charts and offers almost double the value compared to the same size serving of quinoa. However, quinoa contains all nine essential amino acids along with antioxidants.

What is the downside of farro? ›

Also, be advised that farro contains gluten. If you have celiac disease or are otherwise gluten intolerant, avoid the grain. As you may have guessed, you'll also want to sidestep farro if you have a wheat allergy.

What to eat with farro for complete protein? ›

Each half-cup serving of farro contains six grams of dietary fiber and ten grams of protein (Self Nutrition Data, n.d.). When paired with legumes, farro can be considered a complete protein that provides all of the essential amino acids your body needs.

Is farro inflammatory? ›

Luckily, incorporating anti-inflammatory foods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains into your diet can help tame chronic inflammation. Our top whole-grain pick for inflammation is farro, since it's packed with fiber and antioxidants while also being a versatile pantry staple.

Does farro double in size when cooked? ›

Farro does not expand as much as rice or pasta when cooked. Tasting is a better indication of doneness. Farro should be tender but with some tooth still to it.

How much dry farro is in a serving? ›

In just one 1/4 cup dry serving - which equals about 1/2 cup cooked, our Organic Farro has 7 grams of fiber, 7 grams of protein, and 37 grams of carbohydrates.

How many calories are in 1 cup of cooked farro? ›

Farro, cooked (1 cup) contains 36.8g total carbs, 30.5g net carbs, 0.8g fat, 6.5g protein, and 169 calories.

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