Rice with Lentils (Arroz con Lentejas) is a traditional homemade dish, made with white rice and lentils seasoned with spices. It is considered a simple lunch, very popular in Colombia, Peru, and across Latin America. At our catering service, rice with lentils becomes an authentic experience that connects you with tradition. If you’re searching for food near me or exploring restaurants near me, you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me along with the richness of a peruvian restaurant near me, all in one place.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 1 cup lentils (pre-soaked)
- 1 large white onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 ripe tomato (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cups water or vegetable broth
- Salt, pepper, and cumin to taste
- Optional: fried plantain, fried egg, or fresh salad
Step-by-step preparation
- Cook the lentils
- Wash and drain lentils.
- Cook them in salted water for 20 minutes until tender.
- Prepare the rice
- In another pot, sauté onion, garlic, and tomato in oil.
- Add rice and mix well.
- Incorporate cooked lentils and broth.
- Cook the mixture
- Cook over medium heat until rice is done and liquid is absorbed.
- Adjust salt and pepper.
- Serve
- Serve rice with lentils hot.
- Pair with fried plantain, fried egg, or fresh salad.
Rice with Lentils is more than just lunch—it’s tradition, nutrition, and flavor in every bite. At our catering service, we prepare it with dedication so you can enjoy an authentic experience. So next time you’re searching for food near me or exploring different restaurants near me, remember that here you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me and the diversity of a peruvian restaurant near me. Let rice with lentils win you over and taste the true flavor of homemade cuisine.
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