Brazilian recipe
Pressure Cooker Cumin Lentils (Lentilha com cominho na panela de pressão)
Cook lentils in a fraction of the time with this pressure cooker method, aromatically spiced with cumin for 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 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 lentils
3 cups water
Salt to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find dry lentils and essential pantry staples like cumin, bay leaves, and olive oil at local grocery stores, typically located in the dry goods or international spices aisle.
Preparation method
- Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat the olive oil in the pressure cooker over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion with a pinch of salt until lightly golden.
- Stir in the minced garlic.
- Add the cumin and the bay leaf.
- Sauté for about one minute to toast the spices and release their aroma.
- Add the lentils to the pot.
- Season with black pepper and one teaspoon of salt.
- Stir well to coat the lentils thoroughly with the seasonings.
- Pour in the water.
- Secure the lid and increase the heat to high.
- Wait until the pressure cooker reaches full pressure and begins to 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 while warm.
Observations
Using a pressure cooker is the most efficient way to achieve perfectly tender lentils in just a few minutes. The addition of cumin elevates the flavor profile, making this side dish a fantastic, nutritious choice for your everyday meals.
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