Dairy-Free Adas Polo (Lentil Rice)

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the 2 cups of Basmati Rice in a fine-mesh sieve under cold running water until the water runs clear. Once clear, place the rinsed rice in a bowl and cover it with cool water. Let it soak for 30 minutes.
2. 2While the rice soaks, rinse the 1 cup of Green Lentils in a fine-mesh sieve under cold running water until the water runs clear. Set the rinsed lentils aside.
3. 3Place a large, heavy-bottomed pot on the stove over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the 3 tablespoons of Olive Oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the 1 medium Onion, chopped. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until the onion is softened and translucent.
4. 4Add the 1/2 teaspoon of Cinnamon Powder and the 1/4 teaspoon of Turmeric Powder to the pot with the onions. Stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. 5Add the rinsed 1 cup of Green Lentils, the 1/2 cup of Raisins, and the 1/2 cup of Dates, pitted and chopped, to the pot. Stir everything together to coat the lentils, raisins, and dates with the spices and onions. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. 6Drain the soaked 2 cups of Basmati Rice thoroughly. Add the drained rice to the pot. Add the 1 teaspoon of Salt and the 4 cups of Water. Stir everything gently to combine.
7. 7Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly with a lid, and let it simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice and lentils are tender. Do not lift the lid during this time.
8. 8Once cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 10 minutes. This allows the steam to finish cooking the rice evenly. Before serving, fluff the Adas Polo gently with a fork and drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of Olive Oil over the top.

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