Smoky Sausage Lentil Rice
A hearty and comforting one-pot meal that brings the whole family to the table. Lentils and rice cook together soaking up rich broth, then get crowned with golden smoky sausage and sweet caramelized onions. Budget-friendly and deeply satisfying, this dish is perfect for any weeknight dinner.
🛒 Ingredients
15 servings
- 3 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Boiling water, as needed
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
- Salt to taste
- 7 oz (200 g) smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
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Directions
- 1
Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and cook the smoked sausage slices until golden and slightly crispy on both sides.
- 2
Add the thinly sliced large onion and cook together until soft and lightly caramelized. Set aside.
- 3
In the same pot, heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the crushed garlic and finely chopped onion until golden and fragrant.
- 4
Add the lentils and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add the rice and crumbled bouillon cubes, stirring well and cooking for another 3 minutes.
- 5
Pour in enough boiling water to cover the mixture by about 1.5 inches (4 cm). Season with salt. Cook semi-covered over medium heat until the liquid is fully absorbed and both rice and lentils are tender, about 20 minutes.
- 6
Transfer to a serving dish and top with the sausage and caramelized onion mixture. Serve hot.
💡 Chef's Tip
Soaking the lentils in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking ensures even, tender results. Swap smoked sausage for chorizo or smoked bacon for a different flavor twist.
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