Easy
Lebanese
Lentil and Rice Pilaf (Mujadara Safra)
Lebanese yellow lentil and rice dish with caramelized onions.
45
Total Minutes
4
Servings
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Cooking Times
10 min
Prep Time
35 min
Cook Time
45 min
Total Time
Ingredients (6 items)
0.50 cup
Yellow lentils
rinsed
0.50 cup
Rice
long-grain
2.00
Onion
sliced
2.00 tbsp
Olive oil
0.50 tsp
Cumin
2.00 cups
Water
Instructions (4 steps)
1
Cook onions in olive oil until caramelized, set half aside.
15 minutes
2
Add lentils, rice, cumin, and water to remaining onions, bring to a boil.
3
Simmer for 20 minutes until lentils and rice are tender.
20 minutes
4
Top with reserved onions and serve.