Mujaddara (iraqi Lentil And Rice Pilaf)

Mujaddara is a traditional Iraqi dish made with lentils, rice, and caramelized onions. It's a simple yet flavorful dish that is popular in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Mujaddara (iraqi Lentil And Rice Pilaf)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown lentils
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the lentils and place them in a pot with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. While the lentils are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  3. Once the lentils are partially cooked, add the rice, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  4. Fluff the mujaddara with a fork and transfer to a serving dish. Top with the caramelized onions and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
50g
Protein
15g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Pot Skillet Serving dish

Tools

Fork

Serving suggestions

Serve the mujaddara with a side of yogurt and a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

To save time, you can use pre-cooked lentils and rice for this recipe.

Cost

$8