Brazilian recipe
Pressure Cooker Cumin Lentils (Lentilha com cominho na panela de pressão)
Lentils cooked quickly in a pressure cooker and enhanced with the aroma of cumin, perfect for a nutritious and comforting side dish.
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
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 onion, chopped
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
You can find all ingredients at local grocery stores and supermarkets. Cumin and other spices are commonly stocked in the baking or international food aisles.
Preparation method
- Finely chop the onion and garlic.
- 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 the bay leaf.
- Sauté for about a minute to release the aroma of the spices.
- Add the lentils.
- Season with black pepper and a teaspoon of salt.
- Mix well to coat the grains with the seasonings.
- Pour the water into the pot.
- Close the lid and turn the heat to high.
- Wait until the pressure cooker reaches full pressure and begins 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 while still hot.
Observations
Using a pressure cooker is the most efficient method to achieve perfectly tender lentils in just a few minutes. The addition of cumin elevates the flavor, making this side dish an excellent, nutrient-dense option for your daily meals.
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