Arroz Con Lentejas Y Coco - Colombian Coconut Rice and Lentils

From http://southamericanfood.about.com and posted for ZWT7.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 3  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  cup red lentil
• 2  cups rice
• 2  teaspoons salt
• 500  ml coconut milk
• 1 1⁄2 cups water

Directions

1. Sauté the onion in the oil until soft and golden (5-8 minutes).
2. Add the lentils and 1 cup of water, and cook, covered, for about 30 minutes.
3. Stir in the rice and the salt. Stir in the coconut milk.
4. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes more, until rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.