Description
Rice and Lentils with Caramelized Onions (Mujaddara) is a comforting, hearty dish that blends fluffy rice, tender lentils, and sweet caramelized onions for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain rice (preferably basmati)
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 large sweet onions
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until caramelized (15-20 minutes), stirring frequently.
- Stir in rinsed lentils, cumin, and cinnamon; cook until fragrant.
- Add rinsed rice and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice and lentils are tender.
- Remove from heat, let sit covered for 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork and top with caramelized onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For a gluten-free option, substitute quinoa for rice. - Enhance flavors by adding coriander or extra spices to taste.