Egyptian Lentils and Rice (Koushry) |
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Prep Time: 120 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 155 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
1 cup small lentils (french de puy or black) |
1 1/2 cups boiling water |
2 1/4 cups boiling water |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
2 teaspoons butter |
1 cup long grain rice |
1 large onion, finely diced |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
salt and pepper |
Directions:
1. For the lentils: Soak the lentils in cold water for 2 hours. Drain. To the boiling water, add the lentils. Simmer, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, adding more water if necessary For the rice: To the boiling water, add the salt and butter. Stir in the rice. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Remove lid and fluff with a fork. In a sautepan, cook onions in olive oil, then add rice and lentils and seasoning and more water if needed. Simmer approximately 10 minutes.
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