Lentil Stew over Rice
Source of Recipe
Taste of Home ~ Heartwarming Soups
List of Ingredients
2 large onions, thinly sliced, divided
2 Tablespoons canola oil
2 Tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 Tablespoons butter
2 teaspoon cumin seeds
6 cups hot cooked basmati rice or jasmine rice
Sliced green onions or minced fresh cilantro, optionalRecipe
1. In a large skillet, saute half of the onions in oil until tender. Add ginger and garlic; saute for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, coriander, cumin and cayenne pepper; cook and stir 5 minutes longer.
2. In a 4 or 5 quart slow cooker, combine the vegetable broth, water, lentils, green chilies, tomato mixture and remaining onions. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until lentils are tender.
3. Just before serving, stir cream into slow cooker giving it a smoother texture. In a small skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add cumin seeds; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Add to lentils mixture.
4. To serve, spoon over rice. Sprinkle with green onions or cilantro, if desired.
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