Ingredients
- 1 cup white or brown rice
- 1 cup lentils (I like the red or yellow ones for this)
- 2 medium to large yellow onions
- cumin (to taste)
- allspice (to taste)
- coriander (to taste)
- salt (to taste)
- olive oil
- 1-2 cloves garlic
- tabasco sauce (optional)
Directions
I was raised on this dish, so I really
never learned precise measurements for
the various spices... :-)
First, boil the lentils for about 20 to
25 minutes until they are almost ready
to eat, but not quite soft enough.
While the lentils are boiling, cut and
saute the onions in the olive oil, 1/2
your garlic, and about 1/3 of the
cumin, allspice and coriander you
intend to use. Cook them over a low
heat until they are browned.
Next cook
the rice. I am a big fan of white rice
for this dish, but you can use brown as
well.
Finally, brush another pan with
olive oil and cook the lentils, rice,
and the rest of your garlic and spices
together for about 5 minutes.
Plate
and place the cooked onions on top.
Add whatever salt you may like on top
and if desired, sprinkle with tabasco
sauce.
Serves: 2-4
Preparation time: 45 minutes to an hour