Can I cook lentils in a rice cooker?

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Can I use a rice cooker for lentils?

Rice cookers can cook much more than rice. In fact, you can make porridge, stews, pancakes, pasta....and yes, perfect lentils in your rice cooker.

How long does it take to cook lentils in a rice cooker?

How Do I Make Lentils in a Rice Steamer?

Rinse lentils and pick out any small stones or sticks.

Add lentils, vegetable stock, bay leaves, and garlic to the rice cooker.

Set rice cooker to Grain mode if you have it, or on High on close lid.

Cook for 40 minutes, and check to see if lentils are done.

What is the ratio of lentils to water in a rice cooker?

The Process of Cooking Lentils Cooking lentils in a rice cooker is an easy process. You need just 2 parts water to 1 part legumes. So, for example, prepare 1 cup of dried lentils in 2 cups of water. This yields about 2 cups of cooked lentils.

What is the healthiest way to cook lentils?

Unlike other legumes, lentils cook quickly without presoaking. Place lentils in a pot, cover with about 1/2 inch of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered. Cook about 20 minutes for red lentils, 30 minutes for brown and 40 minutes for green.

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How to Cook Perfect Lentils in a Rice Cooker

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