Mujaddara Recipe

Mujaddara is a simple but flavorful rice and lentil pilaf, topped with sweet caramelized onions. Serve alone or as the base of just about any meal.

Ingredients

• 1 large onion, cut into thin strips
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup lentils, washed and soaked for 30 minutes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cups water
• 1 1/2 cups Basmati rice

Preparation

1. Fry the onions in oil until tender. Remove the onions and spread on a plate covered with paper towels to absorb the extra oil.
2. To the oil, add the lentils, salt, 3 tablespoons oil and water. Bring to a boil with occasional stirring.
3. Add the rice, bring back to a boil and let boil until most of the water is absorbed.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let simmer 15-20 minutes or until rice and lentils are tender. Add more water if needed.
5. To serve, spoon rice mixture onto a large platter then sprinkle the fried onions on top of the rice. Sprinkle with a dash of salt.