Brown Rice With Lentils Recipe

Name: Brown Rice With Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup brown lentils; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; 4 cups water; 1 teaspoon canola oil; 1.5 cups brown rice; 1 onion, chopped; 4 hard boiled eggs (optional); 2 cups yogurt (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup brown lentils
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
4 cups water
1 teaspoon canola oil
1.5 cups brown rice
1 onion, chopped
4 hard boiled eggs (optional)
2 cups yogurt (optional)

1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and sautee for about five minutes.
2
Add the rice and saute over medium heat for a few minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice is beginning to brown and become fragrant.
3
Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
4
Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for about 45 minutes until the rice is fully cooked through. Monitor the water levels from time to time; you may need to add some water if it seems dry.
5
Let the rice rest for a few minutes, fluff, and serve with hard boiled eggs and plain yogurt, if desired.

514

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup brown lentils, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Brown Rice With 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 With Lentils

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