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Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice

Easy Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice That Will Warm Your Soul

A comforting and nutritious dish featuring cumin and garlic, this Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice is perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lentil Rice Base
  • 1 cup Brown or green lentils for nutty flavor and hearty texture
  • 1 cup Basmati rice for fluffy, separate grains
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth to boost flavor
For the Aromatic Spice Mix
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin seeds lightly toasted
  • 4 cloves Garlic cloves minced
  • 1 Bay leaves
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice for brightness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil or ghee for sautéing

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Making the Lentil Rice
  1. Heat olive oil over medium heat, add cumin seeds, toast until fragrant and golden brown (about 1–2 minutes).
    Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice
  2. Add minced garlic, cook until just golden (30–60 seconds), stirring to prevent browning.
    Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice
  3. Stir in rinsed lentils and basmati rice, coating each grain in the oil-and-spice mixture for about 1–2 minutes.
    Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice
  4. Pour in vegetable broth, add bay leaves, bring to a gentle boil until everything is submerged.
    Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until lentils and rice are tender.
    Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice
  6. Remove from heat, keep covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
    Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice
  7. Stir in lemon juice and chopped cilantro until evenly distributed.
    Cumin Garlic Lentil Rice

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Optional: drizzle extra olive oil for a richer mouthfeel.

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