Cumin Spiced Lentils with Rice
Mujadara is a hearty and flavorful Middle Eastern dish made with lentils, rice, and a mix of fragrant spices. It's a simple, nutritious, and incredibly satisfying meal.
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Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Water - 3 cups
- Long-grain white rice - 1/2 cup
- Lentils - 1 cup
- Cumin - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Onions - 2 large, thinly sliced
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Let's Get Started
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook until they are caramelized, about 15 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cumin and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the lentils, rice, water, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the lentils and rice are tender.
- Fluff the lentils and rice with a fork before serving. Enjoy your Mujadara hot, garnished with extra caramelized onions if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 3g
