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Nigella Lawson Caramelized Onion & Lentil Pilaf Recipe

Nigella Lawson Caramelized Onion & Lentil Pilaf Recipe

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Nigella Lawson Caramelized Onion & Lentil Pilaf

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Ingredients:

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1 onion, peeled, halved and thinly sliced into half-moons
1/2 tsp turmeric
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
2 cloves
1/2 tsp mustard seeds
4 dried curry leaves (optional)
2 tsp salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 cup green lentil
1 cup basmati rice

Directions:

In a large heavy-based saucepan, heat over medium heat.
Add onion slices, and sauté until softened and deep golden brown.
Remove half the onions and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium-low and add turmeric, cumin, coriander, cloves, mustard seeds and curry leaves.
Add salt, and season with black pepper to taste.
Combine lentils and rice in a fine-meshed sieve, and rinse well with cold water.
Drain, then add to pan.
Add 4 cups water, raise heat, and bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat to very low, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
Water should be completely absorbed; if not, remove pan from heat, remove lid and cover pan with a kitchen towel, then replace lid and allow to stand for 10 minutes.
To serve, fluff pilaf with a fork, and transfer to a serving bowl.
Garnish with reserved onions.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	192.39 Kcal (805 kJ)
Calories from fat	7.87 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.87g	1%
Sodium	778.7mg	32%
Potassium	362.91mg	8%
Total Carbs	37g	12%
Sugars	1.4g	6%
Dietary Fiber	10.79g	43%
Protein	9.83g	20%
Vitamin C	3.2mg	5%
Iron	18.7mg	104%
Calcium	27.9mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	207.84 Kcal (870 kJ)
Calories from fat	8.5 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.94g	1%
Sodium	841.24mg	32%
Potassium	392.05mg	8%
Total Carbs	39.97g	12%
Sugars	1.52g	6%
Dietary Fiber	11.65g	43%
Protein	10.62g	20%
Vitamin C	3.5mg	5%
Iron	20.2mg	104%
Calcium	30.1mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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