Lentil and Rice Mujadara

GET RECIPE: Mujadara is a comforting and delicious lentil and rice dish from the Middle East. It features boiled lentils and rice flavored with warm spices, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs. You’ll love our Mujaddara recipe because it’s easy to make with simple ingredients; it’s also packed with flavor, nourishing, and satisfying. INGREDIENTS: CARAMELIZED ONIONS 4 large (500 grams) onions, white or yellow 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon sugar ¾ teaspoon salt ¾ cup (250 grams) water 1 tablespoon vinegar, apple cider, or balsamic OTHER INGREDIENTS 1 cup (200 grams) dry lentils, green or brown 4 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt. ½ cup (100 grams) basmati rice 3 cups water and ½ teaspoon salt. 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 4 scallions finely chopped (set green tops aside for garnish) 2 cloves garlic pressed or minced 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon coriander ground ½ teaspoon cumin ground ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon turmeric powder optional, not traditional ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes or more to taste ½ teaspoon salt add more to taste ⅛ teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley chopped 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped, optional SERVING SUGGESTIONS 4 wedges lemon 1 cup (250 grams) yogurt tahini sauce, dairy-free yogurt, or plain Greek yogurt Enjoy ❤️ Nico & Louise #lentils #rice