Step 1

Heat olive oil over in a pan over medium heat. Cook onions until brown and golden. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Saute onion until golden brown.

Step 3

Add in lentils and cook for two to three minutes.

Step 4

Add rice, cumin and cinnamon to the lentils. Stir well so everything is completely combined.

Step 5

Pour water into the pot with salt, bring to simmer and let it cook for about 30-40 minutes until the lentil and rice is completely cooked.

Step 6

Mix the lentils and rice with caramelized onion and serve with plain yogurt and salad.