Lebanese Mujadara Recipe
This easy-to-make Lebanese Mujadara recipe is incredibly delicious! With just three main ingredients—lentils, bulgur, and caramelized onions—it makes a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Servings: 5 Servings
Calories: 394kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 large yellow onions
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- 1 cup lentil
- 2¼ cups water (divided)
- 1 cup bulgur (coarse grind)
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and slice onions in half, then slice into rings. Heat avocado oil in a skillet, over medium heat, and fry sliced onions until dark brown and crispy around the edges, about 20-30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, pick through lentils to remove any grit, then wash in a strainer. Add to a medium-sized pot and cover with 1¼ cups of cold water. Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed.
- Wash bulgur in a strainer, then add to the lentil, along with salt, butter, and an additional cup of cold water. Cover and simmer for an additional 15 minutes, until the bulgur and lentils are tender. Serve topped with caramelized onions.
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Notes
- Don't use orange lentils because they cook too quickly and will end up mushy instead of having an el dente texture.
- Try mixing half of the onions into the Mujadara and serving the rest on top.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 982mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 3g
