Egyptian Lentils and Rice Recipe

Name: Egyptian Lentils and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup lentils; 1 cup white rice; 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 1 large onion, diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 3 cups tomato sauce; salt, to taste; ½ teaspoon pepper; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; chopped fresh cilantro, to garnish

Servings: persons

1 cup lentils
1 cup white rice
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 large onion, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3 cups tomato sauce
salt, to taste
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
chopped fresh cilantro, to garnish

1
Place lentils in saucepan and bring to a boil.
2
Allow to simmer on low for 30 minutes, or until tender.
3
While lentils are cooking, cook white rice in 2 cups of water, or according to package directions.
4
Also, cook orzo in until al dente.
5
Drain excess water from lentils, rice and orzo.
6
Combine lentils, rice and orzo in large pot.
7
Saute onions and garlic in pan in olive oil until browned.
8
Add tomato sauce to onions and garlic and heat until bubbling.
9
Remove from heat.
10
Add pepper and salt.
11
Place a serving of lentil mixture on a plate and cover with sauce.
12
Sprinkle red pepper and chopped cilantro on top and serve.

628

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup lentils, 1 cup white rice, 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta, 1 large onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Egyptian Lentils and Rice falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Egyptian Lentils and Rice

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