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Classic Mujadara

Name: Classic Mujadara
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Rice; 1 cup Brown Lentils; 3 large Onions; 3 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 tbsp Cumin; 2 cloves Garlic

A protein-rich Middle Eastern staple of lentils and rice, topped with deeply caramelized sweet onions.

Prep 10 minCook 35 minTotal 45 min3 servingsmedium

Middle EasternVegetarianPeanut-FreeHigh-Fiber

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Ingredients

Rice1 cup
Brown Lentils1 cup
Onions3 large
Olive Oil3 tbsp
Cumin1 tbsp
Garlic(optional)2 cloves

Instructions

1
Rinse the lentils. Place them in a pot covered with plenty of water, bring to a boil, and cook for 15 minutes until parboiled. Drain and set aside.
2
Slice the onions into thin rings.
3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, for 15-20 minutes until they are deeply caramelized and dark golden brown. Remove half of the onions for garnish.
4
To the remaining onions in the skillet, add minced garlic and cumin. Stir for 1 minute.
5
Add the parboiled lentils, rice, and 2 cups of water. Season generously with salt.
6
Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
7
Fluff with a fork and serve topped with the reserved caramelized onions.

Nutrition

Estimated, per serving

410kcal

Calories

14g

Protein

68g

Carbs

15g

Fat

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