Rice and Lentil Pilaf – Indian Style

In India, rice and lentils are staple foods and are consumed in various forms across different regions.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Rice and Lentil Pilaf – Indian Style

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Basmati Rice
• ¹⁄₂ cup Red Lentils
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 inch Ginger
• 2 chopped Green Chilies
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 1 inch Cinnamon Stick
• 3 whole Cardamom Pods
• 3 whole Cloves
• 1 leaf Bay Leaf
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 2 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Ghee
• for garnish chopped Cilantro

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice and lentils separately.
2. Heat ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and bay leaf. Sauté for a minute.
3. Add chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until onion turns golden brown.
4. Add turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.
5. Add rice and lentils. Stir for 2 minutes.
6. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice and lentils are cooked.
7. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.