Adas Polo

Directions

1. 1
   Soak lentils in 2 cups water for 2 hours. Bring to a boil, then cook over low heat for 1/2 hour or until soft. Most of the water should be evaporated or absorbed. Set aside.
2. 2
   Soak the rice in lightly salted water for 1/2 hour. Pour off nearly all the water. Put the rice in a pan with 3 cups boiling water. Cook the rice over moderate heat for 10 minutes (partly cooked).
3. 3
   Drain and rinse rice under cold water. Drain and set aside.
4. 4
   Put 2 tablespoons oil in a pan large enough to hold potato slices in a single layer.
5. 5
   Add the broth, turmeric and coriander seeds and shake pan briskly to mix. Arrange the potato slices to fit the bottom of the pan.
6. 6
   Mix the lentils and rice together and spread the mixture over the potato slices, but shape it into a pyramid.
7. 7
   Cover the pan and cook over low heat for 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons oil over the rice. Cover the pan with paper towels, and place lid on top.
9. 9
   Cook over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes more to develop a crisp crust.
10. 10
    Serve warm.
11. 11
    Serves 4 to 6 as a side dish.
12. 12
    Variation: Omit coriander seeds and add 2/3 cup raisins to the lentil/rice mixture.