Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk
A rich, umami-packed stew featuring mushrooms and root vegetables simmered in creamy coconut milk, perfect for chilly evenings. This slow cooker (vegetarian) ready in about 435 minutes pairs sliced mushrooms, stalks, diced celery, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 10 oz, sliced mushrooms
- 3 medium, sliced into 1/4-inch coins carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp, dried thyme
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 10 oz sliced mushrooms, 3 medium diced carrots, 2 diced celery stalks, and 1 diced medium onion in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then stir to combine.
- Step 3: Pour 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk and 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes over the vegetables, stirring gently to coat.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 7 hours until vegetables are very tender and flavors have melded together.
- Step 5: Taste and adjust salt or pepper if needed; serve hot with fresh parsley if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk take to make?
Total time is about 435 minutes (15 min prep + 420 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sliced mushrooms from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Hearty Mushroom & Vegetable Stew with Coconut Milk vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order vegetarian delivery again.
- ★★★★★
Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
