Classic Mujadara with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
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Classic Mujadara with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

A traditional, protein-packed Middle Eastern dish of spiced lentils and rice topped with deeply caramelized onions and a garlic-infused yogurt.

Prep 10 minCook 40 minTotal 50 min4 servingsmedium
Middle EasternVegetarianHigh-FiberMuscle Gain

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Ingredients

  • Brown Lentils1 cup
  • Rice1 cup
  • Onions3 large, thinly sliced
  • Olive Oil3 tbsp
  • Ground Cumin1.5 tsp
  • Garlic2 cloves, minced
  • Plain Greek Yogurt1 cup

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse lentils and place in a pot with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes until partially cooked. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until deeply caramelized and dark brown. Remove half of the onions for garnish.

  3. 3

    To the remaining onions in the skillet, add the minced garlic and cumin, stirring for 1 minute.

  4. 4

    Add the rice and drained lentils to the skillet, stirring to coat with the oil and spices.

  5. 5

    Pour in 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15-18 minutes until the rice and lentils are tender.

  6. 6

    While cooking, mix the Greek yogurt with a pinch of salt and optional minced garlic.

  7. 7

    Fluff the Mujadara, top with the reserved crispy caramelized onions, and serve with the garlic yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Estimated, per serving

380kcal

Calories

14g

Protein

58g

Carbs

11g

Fat

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