15 Reviews of Middle Eastern Rice and Lentils

From: Annacia

On Sep 5, 2007

I'm not staring this because I wasn't able to make it by the recipe as ask. I tagged it in PhotoTag so I must post a photo even though it's incorrect. I enjoyed this even though I discovered after I had begun making it that my lentils have been stashed somewhere unknown (there is a kitchen reno happening), SO, I subbed red rice for them. I used dried apricots for the raisins (only because I like them better) and totally forgot to add the peas! The cinnamon, clove and cumin were very nice but I think they could be increased in amount. That might not be the case if I had the lentils. Even with all of my botching this was still a very flavorful and pleasing dish. Sharon, I'll make it again when the lentils come home!

From: PenguinSafari

On Dec 10, 2007

The flavour was good, a tasty dish with a good balance of spices. Didn't have peppers, and sub. veg broth for the chicken broth. I rated this only as a 4 because it turned out mushy, without the separated rice strands I so much prefer. I think it's b/c I used red lentils, which cook fast, so next time I would add the lentils closer to the end.

From: Anu

On Jan 27, 2003

Yummmmieeeeeee! In my opinion, the spices and raisins turned this recipe into a 5-star one! I used water instead of chicken broth since I'm vegetarian, baby potatoes instead of baking (baking potatoes would've been firmer... mine turned out a bit mushy), and green bell peppers instead of red. I also added some more ground cloves for that extra zing. This tastes great with dollops of chilled plain yogurt on the top! Thanks Sharon... this recipe is definitely a keeper!

From: Yaffa

On Feb 10, 2008

Wonderful! My husband and I loved it and I can't wait to try it out on my vegan son. I soaked the lentils and rice together for a few hours (with a piece of kombu...helps with softening of the lentils and improves the digestibility)

From: Shelly K

On Oct 24, 2007

Wow! Here's a quick and easy recipe that is GREAT tasting and ridiculously healthy too! I didn't have peppers or peas, but it still was great! This was one of those "I have no food, what do I make for dinner" recipes. FABULOUS! This is a keeper!

From: Latchy

On Sep 24, 2003

This is a great recipe full of flavour. I made the full recipe but did not have visitors to share it with so thought I would freeze it. It froze well so it will be something that I will do quite often so I can always have a side out of the freezer that tastes so good.

From: ChristineDC

On Dec 30, 2005

Excellent! Nice blend of flavors provides an interesting side. I used water instead of chicken stock and didn't miss any flavor. Thanks for the recipe!

From: katew

On Aug 1, 2007

I loved this and it was just so easy. I followed the recipe only leaving out the raisins and served it as a side dish with vegetarian sausages - it was so tasty and made a generous amount and was a huge success - thanks Sharon123 .

From: pattikay in L.A.

On May 7, 2008

Very nice blend of flavors and textures. Thanks for posting!

From: Charishma Ramchandani

On Jan 5, 2003

A beautiful combo that pleases the eyes and an exceptionally good taste that touches the hungry belly most wonderfully. I made this rice for a comfort dinner tonight. Loved it! Thank you. Oh and I did use vegetable broth as a substitute for the chicken broth.