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Mujadara

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A comforting Middle Eastern dish made with lentils, rice, and caramelized onions, packed with flavor and simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown or green lentils
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 3 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the lentils and cook them in water for about 10 minutes until slightly tender, then drain.
  2. In a large pan, heat olive oil and sauté the sliced onions over medium heat until deeply caramelized and browned. Remove half for garnish.
  3. Add spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon), salt, and pepper to the remaining onions and stir.
  4. Add rice and partially cooked lentils to the pan and mix well.
  5. Pour in water or vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Turn off heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  7. Fluff with a fork and top with reserved caramelized onions before serving.

Notes

  • You can use basmati rice for a fluffier texture.
  • Add a dollop of dairy-free yogurt or a side salad for serving.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat with a splash of water to prevent drying out.

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