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Peruvian Rice and Lentils (Tacu Tacu)

Tacu Tacu is a beloved Peruvian classic that transforms simple store-cupboard staples into a deeply satisfying, textured meal. This vegan dish traditionally uses a blend of seasoned rice and legumes, which are pan-fried together to create a wonderful contrast between the soft interior and a golden, crispy crust. The addition of ají amarillo paste provides a gentle, fruity heat that is characteristic of Andean cuisine, elevating the earthy brown lentils and fluffy long-grain rice with a vibrant, sunshine-yellow hue.

Warm and comforting, this recipe makes for a nutritious midweek dinner or a versatile side dish. While it is naturally plant-based and high in protein, it is substantial enough to be served as a main course, perhaps garnished with fresh coriander or served alongside a crisp salad. For the best results, ensure your frying pan is sufficiently hot to achieve those signature crunchy bits that make this Peruvian staple so irresistible.

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Ingredients for Peruvian Rice and Lentils (Tacu Tacu)

  • 240ml dried brown lentils (200g)

  • 1750ml water, divided

  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic, divided

  • 90ml de óleo vegetal, dividido

  • 240ml long-grain white rice

  • 1 cebola roxa pequena, finamente picada

  • 1 tablespoon bottled ají amarillo or ají mirasol paste (sometimes labeled "crema")

Bring lentils, 1200ml water, and 1/2 teaspoons salt to a boil in a heavy medium saucepan, then simmer, uncovered, until lentils are just tender, 12 to 25 minutes (depending on age of lentils). Drain, then transfer to a large bowl.

Meanwhile, cook 1 teaspoon garlic in 1 tablespoon oil in another heavy medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring, 1 minute. Add rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add remaining 550ml water and 1 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil, then cook, covered, over low heat 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Stir rice from top to bottom with a rubber spatula, then stir into lentils.

While rice stands, sautéonion and remaining teaspoon garlic in 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until onion is golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in chilli paste and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir onion mixture into rice mixture.

Heat remaining 60ml oil in skillet over medium heat until hot. Add rice mixture and fry, gently flattening with a spatula, until a golden-brown crust forms on underside, about 3 minutes. Stir rice and fry, flattening it, until a crust forms on underside again, about 3 minutes more. Repeat frying and stirring until bits of crust are dispersed throughout, about 9 minutes more (about 15 minutes total frying time).

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