"Pop this fast and fragrant vegetarian dish into the oven and forget it till the timer rings. Serve as a main course on a bed of wilted spinach to add color and maximize iron absorption or serve as a side with Turkish Chicken Thighs...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 cup brown basmati or brown jasmine rice
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4 1/4 cups water
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1 cup brown lentils
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4 cloves garlic, peeled
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1 cinnamon stick
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4 1/8 inch thick slices peeled fresh ginger
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1 - 2 teaspoons red curry paste, (see Note) or 1 tablespoon curry powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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4 scallions, trimmed and sliced