Spicy Lentil Rice Pilaf Recipe

Name: Spicy Lentil Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 cups diced onions; 4 garlic cloves; 1 1/2 cups brown rice; 1 1/2 cups lentils; 2 tablespoons fennel seeds; 1 tablespoon coriander; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon allspice; 2 teaspoons ginger; 6 cups water; 6 vegetable bouillon cubes; 3 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon orange zest; 1/2 cup pistachios; 1/2 cup golden raisin; 3 cups frozen peas, thawed

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cups diced onions
4 garlic cloves
1 1/2 cups brown rice
1 1/2 cups lentils
2 tablespoons fennel seeds
1 tablespoon coriander
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon allspice
2 teaspoons ginger
6 cups water
6 vegetable bouillon cubes
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon orange zest
1/2 cup pistachios
1/2 cup golden raisin
3 cups frozen peas, thawed

1
pour oil into a heavy, wide pan with a tight-fitting lid. Add onion, garlic and salt. Sweat until aromatic, stirring constantly.
2
Add rice and stir to coat. Continue stirring until rice smells nutty.
3
Add water,bouillon cubes, orange zest, spices and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 to 10 minutes.
4
Thaw the peas in a microwave. Stir in peas, and fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with raisins and pistachios.

720

kcal

Calories

Fat

141

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 cups diced onions, 4 garlic cloves, 1 1/2 cups brown rice, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lentil Rice 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.

Spicy Lentil Rice Pilaf

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