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Mujadara – The Ultimate Healthy Vegetarian Recipe

A wholesome mix of rice, lentils, and caramelized onions that creates a warm, flavorful, and comforting vegetarian meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Mujadara:
  • 1 cup brown or green lentils
  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 4 large onions thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups water or vegetable broth
Optional Add-ins:
  • Fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges
  • Caramelized onions for topping
  • Yogurt or tahini sauce
  • A sprinkle of sumac

Method
 

  1. Rinse and simmer lentils until tender.
  2. Caramelize sliced onions in olive oil until golden.
  3. Add rice and spices, stir well, then add lentils and broth.
  4. Cover and cook until the rice becomes tender.
  5. Serve with extra caramelized onions, lemon, and yogurt.