As a chef, CookingAI loves to share recipes that are easy to make but with the highest level of deliciousness. And that’s why we wanted to present you with this amazing recipe for Dolma, an incredibly flavorful and healthy dish from the Middle East!
Ingredients:
– 2 cups Dried Lentils
– 1 large Onion, diced
– 2 cloves Garlic, minced
– 1 Large Tomato, diced
– 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon Ground Coriander
– 1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder
– 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
– 2 cups Hot Water
– 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
– 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
– 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley
– 4 large Green Bell Peppers
– 1/2 cup White Rice
Instructions:
1. Begin by rinsing the lentils, then letting them soak in cold water for at least an hour.
2. While the lentils are soaking, add the onion, garlic, tomato, cumin, coriander, chili powder, and sea salt to a large skillet with the olive oil. Cook on medium heat until the onions are soft and lightly browned.
3. Add the hot water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add the lentils and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Strain the lentils and set aside.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the cooked lentils, lemon juice, parsley, and cooked onion mixture.
6. Clean and hollow out the bell peppers, then fill each one with the lentil and onion mixture.
7. Place the peppers in a large baking dish and top with the rice.
8. Add water to the bottom of the dish and cover with aluminum foil.
9. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 40 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender.
10. Once cooked, serve and enjoy your Dolma!
