MUJADARA (LENTILS AND RICE WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS)
Mujadara is a classic Arabic recipe featuring cooked lentils and rice, caramelized onions, herbs and yogurt. It's a delicious vegetarian main dish! This version calls for brown rice instead of white (if you want to use white, see recipe notes). Recipe yields 4 generous servings.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Main Dish
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, combine the garlic, bay leaves, cumin, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the salt and about 20 twists of freshly ground black pepper. Add the water and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, stir in the rice and reduce the heat to medium. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally and adjusting the heat as necessary to maintain a controlled simmer, for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the lentils and let the mixture return to a simmer. Cover again, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook until the liquid is absorbed and the rice and lentils are tender, about 20 to 23 minutes.
- Meanwhile, warm the olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat. When it's warm enough that a slice of onion sizzles on contact, add the remaining onions. Stir to combine.
- Stir only every 3 minutes or so at first, then more often once the onions at the edges of the pan start browning. If the onions are browning before they have softened, dial down the heat to give them more time. Cook until the onions are deeply caramelized and starting to crisp at the edges, about 20 to 30 minutes. In the meantime, line a large plate or cutting board with a couple paper towels.
- Using a slotted spoon or fish spatula, transfer the onions to the lined plate and spread them evenly across. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt over the onions. They'll crisp up as they cool.
- When the lentils and rice are done cooking, drain off any excess water (if there is any) and return the mixture to the pot, off the heat. Lay a kitchen towel across the top of the pot to absorb steam, then cover the pot and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Remove the lid, discard the bay leaves, and smash the garlic cloves against the side of the pan with a fork. Add about 3/4ths of the green onions and cilantro, reserving the rest for garnish. Gently stir and fluff the rice with a fork. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
- Transfer the rice and lentil mixture to a large serving platter or bowl. Top with the caramelized onions and the remaining green onions and cilantro. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature, with yogurt and spicy sauce (optional) on the side.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 generous serving, without yogurt or hot sauce, Calories 471 calories, Sugar 4.7 g, Sodium 936.3 mg, Fat 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 70.5 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 16.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
MUJADARA: LENTILS AND RICE WITH CRISPY ONIONS
Mujadara (mujaddara) is a signature Middle Eastern dish of lentils and rice garnished with crispy onions. Comforting in the best way, this vegan lentils and rice meal is great with a side of fattoush salad or shirazi salad and plain yogurt.
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Entree
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the lentils in a small saucepan with 2 cups of the water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, and then reduce the heat and simmer, cover until the lentils are par-boiled (10-12 minutes). Remove from the heat, drain the lentils and set them aside.
- In a large saute pan with a lid, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and cook until the onions are dark golden brown, darker than typical caramelized onions (about 40 minutes), sprinkle the onions with a teaspoon of salt as they cook.
- Carefully pour the remaining 2 cups of water, bring the water to a boil over high heat, and then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir the rice and par-cooked lentils into the onion mixture. Add a good dash of kosher salt, black pepper, and the cumin.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice and lentils are both cooked through (about 15 to 20 minutes).
- If you are adding the the fried onions, work on them while the rice and lentils are cooking. In a large skillet, heat about 2 to 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. When a small piece of onion bubbles vigorously, the oil is ready. Fry the onions in batches until they are crispy and deeply golden brown. Transfer the crispy onion rings to a paper towel-lined plate to get rid of excess oil.
- Let the rice and lentils rest covered for about 10 minutes undisturbed, then garnish with parsley and transfer to serving bowls. Top each bowl with the crispy onion rings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.4 kcal, Sugar 1.6 g, Sodium 398.9 mg, Fat 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.6 g, UnsaturatedFat 6.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY MIDDLE EASTERN LENTIL SALAD
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325. Put tomatoes in a medium mixing bowl with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt. Toss and blend. Spread on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet. Cover with the fresh thyme sprigs. Roast in a preheated 325 oven for 20 minutes. Turn oven to broil (tomatoes should be about 10-12 inches from broiler) and 'char' for about 5 minutes. Remove. Discard the thyme. Let the tomatoes cool. Put the lentils in a braiser pan or pot. Cover with the chicken stock. Turn heat to medium high. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook about 20 minutes or until tender. Drain off any excess liquid. Let the lentils cool. Put the onions in a large mixing bowl with the red wine vinegar, pepper and salt. Let them marinade about 20 minutes. Add the lentils to the onions and blend. Add the tomatoes (and juices in the pan, scrape into the bowl) and fresh herbs. When ready to serve toss and blend in the gorgonzola and drizzle with the additional olive oil.
MIDDLE EASTERN LENTIL SALAD
This spicy salad is one of my favorite lentil preparations. The trick is not to overcook the lentils, which should be al dente.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, salads and dressings
Time 40m
Yield Serves six
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the lentils in a medium saucepan, cover by 1 inch with water and bring to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt, reduce the heat and cook just until the lentils are al dente, about 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil and the garlic in a small frying pan or saucepan over medium heat. When the garlic begins to sizzle, add the spices. Stir together for about 30 seconds, then remove from the heat and set aside.
- When the lentils are just tender, drain through a strainer set over a bowl. Toss at once in another bowl with the garlic, spices, cilantro and lemon juice. Taste and adjust salt. If the lentils seem a little dry, add a few tablespoons of the broth. Transfer to a serving platter, drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 254, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 147 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
LENTIL AND CARROT SALAD WITH MIDDLE EASTERN SPICES
I combined two of my favorite Mediterranean salads to stretch the cup of lentils I had in my pantry. Take care not to overcook the lentils; they should be slightly al dente. They go quickly from al dente to mushy, so make sure to check after 25 minutes.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, main course, side dish
Time 45m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the lentils in a medium saucepan, cover by 1 inch with water, add the bay leaf and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste, reduce the heat and cook just until the lentils are al dente, about 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine 3 tablespoons of the olive oil and the garlic in a small frying pan or saucepan over medium heat. When the garlic begins to sizzle, add the spices. Stir together for about 30 seconds, then remove from the heat and transfer to a large bowl.
- While the lentils are simmering, steam the carrots for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender. Remove from the heat and transfer to the bowl with the garlic and spices. Add the lemon juice and salt to taste and toss together.
- When the lentils are cooked al dente, set a strainer over a bowl, drain the lentils and toss at once with the carrots. If desired, add some of the broth to moisten. Add cilantro and another tablespoon of olive oil and toss together. Add freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt. Transfer to a serving platter, drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 243, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 248 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
MIDDLE EASTERN SALAD
A Chatelaine Food Express Quickies recipe. This could be a side dish salad or a light vegetarian entree. Posted for ZWT6
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories Lentil
Time 15m
Yield 3 1/2 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk olive oil with red wine vinegar, Dijon and salt.
- Stir in lentils, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, garlic and dill or coriander.
- Serve with feta or goat cheese crumbled over top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.9, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 33.4, Sodium 746.2, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 12.1, Sugar 7.4, Protein 18.7
LEBANESE LENTIL SALAD
Make and share this Lebanese Lentil Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mindy Stillion
Categories Lentil
Time 1h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In saucepan, bring lentils and water to a boil, cook 30 minutes until tender, drain.
- Add pepper, onion and mint.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
- Just before serving, add oil, lemon juice, garlic and feta.
- toss and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.1, Fat 30.2, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 40.2, Sodium 515.4, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 11.6
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