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Lentils and Rice with Fried Onions (Mujadarrah)

Lentils and Rice with Fried Onions (Mujadarrah)

Cost $5.5, save $10

  • 40 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $5.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Base Ingredients

    • 1 1/3 cups uncooked green lentils
    • 🍚 3/4 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
    • 🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Toppings & Flavor Enhancers

    • 6 tablespoons olive oil
    • 🧅 1 large white onion, sliced into rings
    • 🥛 1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream (optional)

STEPS

1

Heat 6 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for about 10 minutes until browned. Remove from heat and set aside.

2

Place uncooked lentils in a medium saucepan with enough lightly salted water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 15 minutes.

3

Stir the uncooked rice into the saucepan with the lentils, adding enough water to cover. Season with salt and pepper. Cover the saucepan and continue simmering for 15–20 minutes or until the rice and lentils are tender.

4

Mix half the sautéed onions into the cooked lentil and rice mixture.

5

Serve the dish topped with the remaining fried onions and yogurt or sour cream if desired.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

535

Calories

  • 17
    Protein
  • 69
    Carbs
  • 22
    Fats

💡 Caramelize the onions well for a deeper, sweeter flavor.If you prefer a vegan alternative, skip the yogurt or substitute it with a plant-based yogurt.Serve with a fresh salad or pickled vegetables to balance the richness of the dish.