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Syrian Lentil Pilaf
A hearty and flavorful Syrian-inspired lentil pilaf, perfect for a comforting meal. Made with wholesome ingredients and a blend of spices.
⏱40 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup green lentilsrinsed and drained
- ●1 cup pilaf riceuncooked
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●2 tablespoons tomato pastedissolved in 2 tablespoons water
- ●2 tablespoons olive oildivided
- ●1 teaspoon cuminground
- ●1 teaspoon corianderground
- ●1/2 teaspoon saltto taste
- ●1/4 teaspoon black pepperto taste
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Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- 4
Add the cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the rinsed lentils, pilaf rice, and tomato paste mixture. Stir to combine.
- 6
Add 2 cups of water to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
- 7
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils and rice are tender.
- 8
Fluff the pilaf with a fork and serve hot.