Mujaddara Arabic Lentil Rice

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Mujaddara Arabic lentil rice is a great tasting dish to enjoy and share with family and friends. It's a special dish for vegetarians, and one of our favorite meals. Instead of placing the onion on top you can mix it along with the lentils and rice before serving. It makes a perfect meal with a fresh green salad. Also you can use 2 cups of vegetable broth instead of 2 cups of water to cook the lentils.

Submitted by Osiris (Rodizer)
Updated on July 24, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • 2 3/4 cups water, divided

  • 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed

  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin

  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder

  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided

  • ¾ cup white rice, rinsed

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil

  • 3 white onions, sliced into 1/4-inch rings

Directions

  1. Combine 2 cups water, lentils, cumin, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon salt in a pot over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low; cook until lentils begin to soften, 20 to 30 minutes.

  2. Stir rice, remaining 3/4 cup water, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and olive oil into lentils. Cover pot; continue cooking until lentils and rice tender, about 40 minutes more.

  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Top rice and lentil mixture with onions; serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

371 Calories
14g Fat
50g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 371
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Sodium 788mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate 50g 18%
Dietary Fiber 12g 44%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 12g 23%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 65mg 5%
Iron 4mg 24%
Potassium 532mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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