For lentils rice: Bring to a boil water, add lentils, one vegetable or meat stock, and cumin. Reduce heat and simmer until they are tender but not mushy(it takes typically 20-20 minutes) it depends on the age of your lentils. Once it is cooked, add it to the rice and gently mix. Sprinkle some melted butter all over the rice and serve it.

For herbed rice: Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped herbs, seasoning with salt, pepper, cinnamon and cumin. Saute for 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat, fluff the rice with a fork, and stir in sautéed herbs and gently combine and serve it.

For rice and potatoes: Put the potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water. Salt the water. Bring it to a boil and cook the potatoes until tender. Drain and add melted butter and sprinkle chilli flakes on them. Serve the rice in a plate and top it with buttery potaotes.