4 AMAZING Lebanese Breakfast Dishes

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil is healthier while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils maintain texture and flavor, while split peas are more economical.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a nutritious alternative, while bulgur is a cost-effective grain.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Edamame offers protein, and canned beans are often cheaper and convenient.

Rinse lentils under cold water until clean.

Combine lentils and water in a pot; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add cumin, coriander, paprika, and bay leaves; mix well.

Incorporate cooked lentils and rice into the onion mixture; stir to combine.

Pour in additional water if needed to achieve desired consistency.

Season with salt and pepper to taste; simmer for 5 minutes.

Add cooked chickpeas and stir gently to heat through.

Remove from heat; drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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