Yummy Treats
Indian Rice with Lentils
by Nirali Patel
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked Basmati rice
- 1 can of lentils, drained
- Two cloves of garlic, finely minced
- One teaspoon of grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon of cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon of cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, or to taste
- A handful of cilantro, chopped
- The juice of half a lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon of cooking oil
Method
In a skillet, bring oil to a heat over a medium flame. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds. Next, add cumin powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Fry the spices for about fifteen minutes. Next, add your ginger and garlic and stir for about 30 seconds. Add the can of lentils along with the cooked Basmati rice and stir-fry until heated through. Add salt and pepper to taste. Last minute, add cilantro leaves and fresh lime juice to serve.
This dish can make a wonderful side dish or a substantial main dish as the lentils provide protein.
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