Brown Rice And Lentils Recipe

Name: Brown Rice And Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 carrot, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 1/2 cups uncooked brown rice; 3/4 cup brown lentils or 3/4 cup green lentil, rinsed; 4 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 scallion, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 carrot, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
3/4 cup brown lentils or 3/4 cup green lentil, rinsed
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 scallion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1
In a big skillet, add olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.
2
Add in the onion, garlic, carrot, cumin, and coriander.
3
Saute, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes or until the onion is limp.
4
Add the rice and lentils; saute fo 2 minutes.
5
Add the water and salt; cover and bring to a boil.
6
Lower heat and simmer about 40 minutes or until the rice and lentils are tender.
7
Fluff mixture with a fork.
8
Stir in the scallion and cilantro.
9
Dry the skillet lid; place a crumpled paper towel over the rice, replace the lid and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, chopped, 4 cloves garlic, minced, 1 carrot, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Brown Rice And Lentils falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Brown Rice And Lentils

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