Nigella Lawson Caramelized Onion & Lentil Pilaf Recipe

Name: Nigella Lawson Caramelized Onion & Lentil Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onion, peeled, halved and thinly sliced into half-moons; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 2 cloves; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 4 dried curry leaves (optional); 2 teaspoons salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 cup green lentil (french green is suggested); 1 cup basmati rice

Servings: persons

1 onion, peeled, halved and thinly sliced into half-moons
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 cloves
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
4 dried curry leaves (optional)
2 teaspoons salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 cup green lentil (french green is suggested)
1 cup basmati rice

1
In a large heavy-based saucepan, heat over medium heat.
2
Add onion slices, and saute until softened and deep golden brown.
3
Remove half the onions and set aside.
4
Reduce heat to medium-low and add turmeric, cumin, coriander, cloves, mustard seeds and curry leaves.
5
Add salt, and season with black pepper to taste.
6
Combine lentils and rice in a fine-meshed sieve, and rinse well with cold water.
7
Drain, then add to pan.
8
Add 4 cups water, raise heat, and bring to a boil.
9
Cover, reduce heat to very low, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
10
Water should be completely absorbed; if not, remove pan from heat, remove lid and cover pan with a kitchen towel, then replace lid and allow to stand for 10 minutes.
11
To serve, fluff pilaf with a fork, and transfer to a serving bowl.
12
Garnish with reserved onions.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onion, peeled, halved and thinly sliced into half-moons, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Nigella Lawson Caramelized Onion & Lentil Pilaf falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Nigella Lawson Caramelized Onion & Lentil Pilaf

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