Lentil and Rice
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups red lentils
1 cup medium grain rice
1 tbs cumin
1 1/2 liters water (you might need to add more if it gets too thick)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
salt
Lemon juice for serving
Sumaq (a tangy spice that can be found in Middle Eastern food stores)
Preparation
1
In a large pot and over medium heat, mix lentils, rice, cumin and water.
2
Bring to a boil and lower the heat and stir occasionally to prevent sticking
3
Allow to cook until lentils and rice are fully cooked
4
Add salt and a chicken stock cube (if you wish)
5
In a skillet, heat olive oil and saute the onion until transulsent in color and soft without changing color
6
Pour the hot oil and onion mixture over the cooked lentils and rice while keeping some of the onions for garnish
7
Pour in a serving bowl and garnish with reserved cooked onion and sumaq.
8
Serve with a splash of lemon juice.
9
Enjoy!!!
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About
An old recipe that my grandmother used to prepare for her family during hard financial times...hearty, nutritious and delicious...
Best eater warm
A great dish during winter season
Other Names:
Rozz ou Adas
Yield:
5-7 servings
Added:
Tuesday, August 13, 2013 - 7:37am
