Mujadara, a timeless Jordanian favorite for 5 servings, harmoniously blends lentils, rice, and caramelized onions. This wholesome and flavorful dish epitomizes comfort food, boasting a perfect marriage of earthy lentils and aromatic rice, crowned with the sweetness of caramelized onions—a true embodiment of Jordanian culinary tradition.
STEPS
Cut 3 onions into thin slices and fry until golden then takeout and place on a paper towel-covered plate
Saute a finely chopped onion in olive oil until translucent then add 1 cup brown lentils (presoaked in cold water) After you saute the brown lentils add water and bring to a ½ boil
Pre-soak the rice for 30 minutes in hot water and then add it to the pot along with the brown lentils
Add 1 tspns of each salt, pepper, and cumin
leave on low heat until the rice is cooked and ready
