How To Make Lebanese Mujaddara

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa adds protein while bulgur is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

onions

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Shallots provide a milder flavor, while leeks can be more affordable.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth is healthier and can be made from scraps.

Heat vegetable oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Add sliced brown onions and sauté until caramelized.

In a pot, combine lentils and water; bring to a boil.

Add salt, cumin, cinnamon, allspice, coriander, and black pepper to the pot; reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender.

Stir in basmati rice and cover; cook until rice is tender.

Garnish with caramelized onions, freshly chopped parsley, and yoghurt before serving.

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