Brazilian recipe
Pressure Cooker Lentils with Cumin
Quickly cooked lentils in a pressure cooker, enhanced by the aroma of cumin, perfect for a nutritious and comforting side dish.
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 bay leaf
1 cup lentils
3 cups water
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 bay leaf
1 cup lentils
3 cups water
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Lentils, onions, garlic, cumin, bay leaves, olive oil, salt, and pepper can be found in most grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Chop the onion and garlic into small pieces
- Heat the olive oil in the pressure cooker over medium heat
- Sauté the onion with a pinch of salt until lightly golden
- Add the minced garlic
- Add the cumin and bay leaf
- Sauté for about one minute to release the aroma of the spices
- Add the lentils
- Season with black pepper and one teaspoon of salt
- Mix well to coat the lentils with the seasonings
- Pour the water into the pot
- Close the lid and turn up the heat
- As soon as the pot reaches pressure and starts to whistle
- Reduce the heat to the lowest setting
- Cook for 5 minutes
- Turn off the heat
- Allow the pressure to release naturally before opening the lid
- Serve the lentils hot
Observations
Using a pressure cooker is the most efficient method to achieve perfectly tender lentils in just a few minutes. The hint of cumin elevates the flavor, making this side dish an excellent nutritious option for your daily meals.
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