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Comforting Levantine Lentils Dish

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
This hearty Levantine dish combines lentils and rice, topped with crispy onions for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Lentils and Rice

  • 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 3/4 cup long grain rice (basmati or jasmine), rinsed
  • 3 cups water or vegetable stock

Onions and Seasonings

  • 2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Crispy Onions

  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced into rings
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Garnish

Instructions 

  • Combine lentils and 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a pot, sauté chopped onions until golden, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Add spices and bay leaf; sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add lentils and rice, remaining water, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  • Fry coated onion rings until golden brown and crispy.
  • Fluff lentil mixture, top with crispy onions, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the dish sit covered for a few minutes before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Levantine
Keyword: Lentils