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
Find these ingredients at any local supermarket or greengrocer. As a substitute for the bay leaf, dried herbs can be used, though fresh bay is preferred for the best aroma.
Preparation method
- Finely chop the onion and garlic.
- Heat the olive oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion with a pinch of salt until lightly golden.
- Add the minced garlic.
- Stir in the cumin and the bay leaf.
- Sauté for about a minute to release the aroma of the spices.
- Add the lentils to the pot.
- Season with black pepper and a teaspoon of salt.
- Mix well to coat the grains in the seasonings.
- Pour in the water.
- Close the lid and turn the heat to high.
- Once the pressure cooker reaches 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, nutritious option for your daily meals.
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