Spicy Lentil Rice Pilaf

Pilaf is a popular dish in many cultures and is known by different names such as pilav, pilau, or pulao.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Spicy Lentil Rice Pilaf

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Lentils
• 1 cup Basmati Rice
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 chopped Green Chili
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
• for garnish chopped Fresh Cilantro

Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils and rice separately.
2. In a large pot, heat oil and sauté onions, garlic, ginger, and green chili until golden brown.
3. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Stir well.
4. Add lentils, rice, salt, and water. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until lentils and rice are cooked.
6. Let it rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 3g

Protein 12g24%

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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.