Egyptian
Egyptian Lentils and Rice
A side dish of lentils, white rice and orzo pasta, simmered on the stove.
1 hr 15 min · Serves 6 · Medium
6
Ingredients
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 15 min · Cook 60 min · 75 min total
- medium
- 1
Place lentils in saucepan and bring to a boil. Allow to simmer on low for 30 minutes, or until tender.
- 2
While lentils are cooking, cook white rice in 2 cups of water, or according to package directions.
- 3
Also, cook orzo in until al dente. Drain excess water from lentils, rice and orzo. Combine lentils, rice and orzo in large pot.
- 4
Saute onions and garlic in pan in olive oil until browned. Add tomato sauce to onions and garlic and heat until bubbling. Remove from heat. Add pepper and salt.
- 5
Place a serving of lentil mixture on a plate and cover with sauce. Sprinkle red pepper and chopped cilantro on top and serve.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.
