Rice and Daal Delight

About this recipe

Discover a delightful fusion of flavors with this Rice and Daal Delight. Combining the earthy taste of lentils with soft, fluffy rice, this dish is elevated with aromatic spices such as cumin and turmeric. Perfect for a hearty meal and suitable for vegetarians.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 1 cup brown lentils
• 4 cups water
• 1 onion, finely sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Rinse the rice and lentils under cold water and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and stir until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the pot; cook until the onion is golden brown.

4. 4

   Stir in the turmeric and salt, then add the rinsed rice and lentils to the pot.

5. 5

   Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.

6. 6

   Check if the rice and lentils are tender. Turn off the heat, cover the pot with a kitchen towel and let it rest for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Fluff the mixture with a fork before serving.

8. 8

   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.