Peruvian Rice and Lentils (Tacu Tacu): 2000s Recipes + Menus :   gourmet.com

Peruvian Rice and Lentils (Tacu Tacu): 2000s Recipes + Menus : gourmet.com

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Versions of this casual dish are found throughout Peru, often crowned with a steak and a fried egg.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried brown lentils (7 oz)
  • 7 1/4 cups water, divided
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic, divided
  • 6 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon bottled ají amarillo or ají mirasol paste (sometimes labeled “ crema ”)

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