Persians really do have the best rice recipes. This one is one of my favourites, Adas Polo. 🦁 💚🤍❤️🌞 Ingredients 2 cups basmati rice 1 can lentils (or 1 cup soaked and boiled lentils) 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 1/2 cup raisins 5 dates, chopped 1/2 tsp turmeric 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 2–3 tbsp olive oil or butter Salt and pepper, to taste Method 1. Rinse the basmati rice until water runs clear. Boil in salted water for 5 minutes. 2. Add the lentils and boil for another 2 minutes. 3. Drain everything together. 4. Return the drained rice and lentils to the pot. 5. Cover and place on low heat for 5 minutes to steam and fully fluff the rice. 6. Caramelize the onions: 7. Heat oil or butter in a pan over medium heat. 8. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until golden brown. 9. Stir in raisins, chopped dates, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon. Cook 1–2 more minutes. 10. Combine everything. Gently fold the steamed rice and lentils with the c...