red lentil & rice stew w/ cauliflower and peas

4 Pinches
Deep In The Heart of, TX
Updated on Sep 12, 2021

Lots of warm spices and delicious flavors going on in this dish - great comfort food.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large leeks (white and light green), well rinsed and sliced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • 3/4 cup long grain white rice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 cup red lentils or brown
  • 1/2 medium head cauliflower, cut into 1" florets
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen (thawed) peas
  • 2 tablespoons butter

How To Make red lentil & rice stew w/ cauliflower and peas

  • Step 1
    In a medium size dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the leeks, coriander, cumin, mustard, turmeric and cayenne. Stir constantly to toast the spices for 1 min.
  • Step 2
    Add the rice, salt and 4 1/4 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the lentils and then reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook until the rice and lentils are just tender, about 20 min (35 min. for brown lentils).
  • Step 3
    Add the cauliflower and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally for approx. 5 minutes. Reduce the heat and add the peas - warming them through. Once thick, add butter and stir until it melts.

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