Brazilian recipe
Pressure Cooker Cumin Lentils (Lentilha com cominho na panela de pressão)
Cook lentils to perfection in minutes using a pressure cooker, with the aromatic warmth of cumin making this a wholesome and comforting side dish.
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf
1 cup dry brown or green lentils
3 cups water
Salt to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf
1 cup dry brown or green lentils
3 cups water
Salt to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at local markets and small grocery stores across the islands. Dry lentils and basic spices are generally available in the dry goods section, while fresh produce like onions and garlic are typically found in the fresh vegetable stalls.
Preparation method
- Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat the olive oil in your pressure cooker over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion with a pinch of salt until it turns lightly golden.
- Add the minced garlic to the pan.
- Stir in the cumin and the bay leaf.
- Sauté for about one minute until the spices are aromatic.
- Add the lentils to the pot.
- Season with black pepper and a teaspoon of salt.
- Stir well to ensure the lentils are evenly coated in the seasoning.
- Pour the water into the pot.
- Secure the lid and increase the heat to high.
- Once the pot reaches pressure and begins to whistle or hiss.
- 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 warm.
Observations
Using a pressure cooker is the most efficient way to achieve perfectly tender lentils in just a few minutes. A hint of cumin elevates the flavor profile, making this side dish a nutritious and reliable addition to your everyday meals.
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