LENTILS WITH NOODLES, ONIONS AND TOMATOES: SYRIAN RISHTA

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From: The Versatile Grain and the Elegant Bean: A Celebration of the World's Most Healthful Foods by Sheryl and Mel London In Syria, noodles and lentils are spiced in a most unusual way for a Western palate that expects all pasta dishes to contain oregano or basil rather than allspice and coriander. We think you'll find that this Middle East combination is rather pleasing and unusual.

Provided by greysangel

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 cup lentils
2 cups unsalted chicken stock
3 large plum tomatoes or 1 cup drained italian canned tomato, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
8 ounces tagliatelle pasta noodles or 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 5-qt nonstick Dutch Oven and saute the onions and garlic over low heat, stirring constanly for 5 minutes, or until the onions are soft and begin to brown. Stir in the lentils and add the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Then stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, hot pepper flakes, cumin, allspice, coriander, salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes more, or until the lentils are soft but hold their shape.
  • Meanwhile, boil and drain the pasta. Transfer the lentils and pasta to a large warm serving bowl. Sprinkle with lemon juice and toss lightly. Serve hot.
  • Note: Rishta or "threads" are thin, ribbonlike fresh homemade pasta.

Mitu Jaman
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This was my first time making Syrian Rishta and it turned out great! The lentils and noodles were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


raijin
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The lentils took a bit longer to cook than the recipe said, but other than that it was very easy to make. The flavors were great and I will definitely be making this again.


Sawon islam miraz
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but other than that it was very good. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Singithi Aathals
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I've made this Syrian Rishta several times now and it's always a hit. The lentils and noodles are a great combination, and the onions and tomatoes add a nice sweetness to the dish. I highly recommend this recipe!


istahil
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The lentils and noodles were a great combination, and the onions and tomatoes added a nice sweetness to the dish. I highly recommend this recipe!


Mb Josim
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I'm not a fan of lentils, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very good. I especially loved the addition of the onions and tomatoes.


Muhammad Arshad Arshad
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This was my first time making Syrian Rishta and it turned out great! The lentils and noodles were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Gracie Chavis
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The lentils took a bit longer to cook than the recipe said, but other than that it was very easy to make. The flavors were great and I will definitely be making this again.


Tanaka Mutsakane
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but other than that it was very good. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


ZENISU Gamer
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I've made this Syrian Rishta several times now and it's always a hit. The lentils and noodles are a great combination, and the onions and tomatoes add a nice sweetness to the dish. I highly recommend this recipe!


Ballard Morrison
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm glad I did! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the addition of the onions and tomatoes.


Crimroon
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This was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I used brown lentils and whole wheat noodles, and it turned out great. The flavors were well-balanced and the dish was very satisfying.


imran g imran g
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I'm a big fan of lentils and noodles, so I was excited to try this Syrian Rishta. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The lentils were tender and the noodles were cooked perfectly. The onions and tomatoes added a nice sweetne


ku valente
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the flavors and the unique combination of ingredients. I will definitely be making this again for my next gathering.


Sh Sojib
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this Syrian Rishta definitely fit the bill. The lentils and noodles were a great combination, and the onions and tomatoes added a nice pop of flavor. I especially enjoyed the addition of the


Jamerria Marsh
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the noodles were al dente. The onions and tomatoes added a nice sweetness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again!


benjamin mosioma
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Wow! Just wow! I made this Syrian Rishta last night and it was an instant hit with my family. The combination of lentils, noodles, onions, and tomatoes was simply divine. The flavors were so well-balanced and the dish had the perfect amount of spice.


Klaidi Gjika
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This Syrian Rishta with lentils, noodles, onions, and tomatoes was a delightful culinary experience. The flavors blended perfectly, creating a harmonious and satisfying dish. I highly recommend it!