Adas Polo (Lentil Rice) with Caramelized Onions & Dates
A flavorful Persian rice dish with lentils, caramelized onions, and dates, seasoned with saffron and cinnamon.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Basmati Rice
- 1 cup Green Lentils
- 2 large Onions
- 0.5 cup Pitted Dates
- 0.25 teaspoon Saffron threads
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 cups Water
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. Soak for 30 minutes.
- 2Cook the lentils in water until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
- 3Thinly slice the onions and caramelize them in vegetable oil over medium heat until golden brown.
- 4Dissolve saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of hot water.
- 5In a pot, combine the soaked rice, cooked lentils, caramelized onions, chopped dates, saffron water, cinnamon, salt, and water.
- 6Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked through and the water is absorbed.
- 7Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
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