Arroz Con Lentejas Y Coco – Colombian Coconut Rice With Le

Posted for ZWT 7. I modified the recipe slightly by decreasing the coconut milk and increasing the water. Sourced from http://southamericanfood.about.com

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Sauté the onion in the oil until soft and golden (5-8 minutes).
2. Add the lentils and 250ml water, and cook, covered, for about 30 minutes.
3. Stir in the rice and the salt. Stir in the coconut milk and 250ml water.
4. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes more, until rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.