Red lentils, basmati rice, and a mixture of flavorful spices are combined to create this aromatic and reassuring Indian lentil curry rice dish.
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice. 1 cup red lentils. 1 onion, finely chopped. 2 tomatoes, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1-inch piece ginger, grated. 1 tsp cumin seeds. 1 tsp turmeric powder. 1 tsp coriander powder. 1/2 tsp chili powder. Salt to taste. 2 cups water. 2 tbsp vegetable oil. Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish.
Instructions: Thoroughly rinse the lentils and rice with cold water. In a big pot, warm the oil over medium heat. Sprinkle in the cumin seeds and watch them pop. Add the ginger, garlic, and onions chopped. Saut onions until they become transparent. Cook the chopped tomatoes until they become tender. Add the salt, coriander, chili, and turmeric powders. Mix thoroughly. Fill the pot with the rinsed lentils and rice. Mix well to incorporate the spices. Add the water and heat until it boils. After that, lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook the rice and lentils for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed. When finished, use a fork to fluff the rice and sprinkle some fresh cilantro leaves on top before serving.