Majadarah (Rice with Lentils)

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  • Number of Servings: 8
Ingredients
1 cup whole lentils2 cups long grain rice (I use 1c brown and 1c white)2 large onions3 cups water1 tsp cumin powder3 tbsp extra virgin olive oilsalt and pepper to taste
Directions
Combine lentils, water, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 7 minutes or until lentils are half cooked. Add rice and cumin. Cook until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Quarter and slice onions. Saute in oil until golden brown. Drain the onions and reserve for garnish. Pour the cooked oil over the Mujadarah and mix well. Garnish with the onions. Serve with finely chopped cucumber and tomato salad and/or yogurt. If using 1/2 brown rice add it to the lentils in the beginning as it takes longer than the white rice to cook.

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user TMHADIA.

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 142.9
  • Total Fat: 5.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 4.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 19.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.1 g
  • Protein: 3.8 g

Member Reviews
  • KATALEX29
    Being of Middle Eastern descent, lentils and rice is always a favorite. I add a touch of cinnamon and all-spice with the cumin for a little twist - 2/18/10