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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I'm from India, writes Hema Kundargi of Cupertino, California, and I enjoy the foods of my homeland. My children are the opposite they like 'American' food. But I haven't given up trying to make Indian meals that the whole family will like. This recipe pleases everyone. Ingredients:
1 cup dried lentils |
1 cup basmati rice |
2 teaspoons vegetable oil |
2 1-inch pieces of cinnamon stick |
2 whole cloves |
1 teaspoon cumin seeds |
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped |
2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger |
4 1/3 cups water |
2 teaspoons salt |
1 teaspoon sugar |
1/4 teaspoon turmeric |
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro |
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice |
Directions:
1. Rinse lentils; drain. Place in small bowl. Rinse rice; drain. Place in another small bowl. Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add cinnamon, cloves, and cumin; sauté about 2 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; sauté about 30 seconds. Add water, salt, sugar, and turmeric; bring to boil. Reduce heat; add lentils and cook 8 minutes. Increase heat to high. Add rice and boil 5 minutes. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until lentils and rice are tender and liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes longer. Remove from heat; let stand covered 5 minutes. Transfer rice to large bowl. Remove cinnamon stick pieces and cloves. Mix in cilantro and lime juice.
2. * Basmati rice is available at Indian markets and some supermarkets.
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