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Γεύμα

Lentil and Rice Dish (Fakorizo)

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Resting Time: -

Servings: 4

Difficulty Level: 1

Συστατικά
  • 125 g lentils
  • ½ onion
  • ½ carrot
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 150 g Carolina rice
  • 400-500 g water
  • Salt
  • Pepper

 

For Garnishing

  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
Παρασκευή
  • Fill a pot with plenty of water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
  • Add the lentils, boil for 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  • Finely chop the onion and dice the carrot into 1 cm cubes.
  • In a shallow pot, add the olive oil, onion, and carrot. Place the pot over medium heat.
  • Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the vegetables caramelize.
  • Add the rice, water, salt, pepper, and lentils. Cover the pot with its lid, lower the heat further, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked.
  • Remove the pot from the heat, add the lemon juice, olive oil, and oregano, and stir well.
  • Serve on plates and enjoy.