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Description
A hearty and flavorful one-pan dish combining tender turkey, lentils, and rice with traditional Turkish spices.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Add ground turkey, cook until browned.
- Stir in tomato paste, cumin, paprika, and black pepper.
- Add lentils, rice, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Soak lentils for 30 minutes to reduce cooking time.
- Adjust spices to taste.
- Add chopped parsley for garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Turkish