Lebanese Mujadara Recipe - Lentils and Rice with caramalised onions - Best Lebanese Recipes

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while sunflower oil is more affordable.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: short-grain rice

Quinoa adds protein and fiber, while short-grain rice is often less expensive.

cumin

🥗Healthier: coriander

💰Cheaper: paprika

Coriander offers a similar flavor profile, while paprika is often cheaper.

onions

🥗Healthier: leeks

💰Cheaper: shallots

Leeks provide a milder flavor, while shallots are typically less expensive.

Sift through 1 cup of brown lentils to remove any debris.

Wash the lentils and add 5 cups of water.

Bring to a boil and cook the lentils for about 20 minutes.

Slice 3 onions into thin ribbons.

In a separate non-stick pan, add 1/2 cup of mild olive oil and a sprinkle of salt to caramelize the onions.

Start with medium to high heat, then reduce to low for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Test the lentils for softness after 20 minutes of boiling.

When the lentils are nearly done, add 1 cup of short grain rice.

Add 1/2 of the caramelized onions, 1/4 teaspoon of seven spice, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the lentils and rice.

Stir well and reduce heat to a simmer, covering for another 20 minutes.

Serve with the remaining caramelized onions on top.

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