Mujaddara, Majadara, Majadra, Mejadra....Lentils and Rice #SundaySupper

However you spell it.....

However you pronounce it......

However you season it.....

Whatever color lentils you use.....

Whether you use white rice or brown rice.....

You always get great results with this delicious dish of Lentils and Rice that originated in the Middle East.  It is one of my favorite things to order when eating out and it makes a perfect Meatless Monday meal and is also wonderful as a side dish for Shwarma Chicken or Shish Kebab.

So when the folks over at Sunday Supper Movement told us that it was World Vegetarian Day this was the first dish that popped into my mind.  I could easily and happily be a vegetarian if I got to eat like this every day.  Well, not really, but I could go meatless more often than just on Mondays LOL.

There are as many different recipes for this dish as there are spellings and pronunciations but the bottom line is that you want to have caramelized and crispy onions, lentils, rice and some traditional Middle Eastern seasonings.

I never make mine the same way twice.  This time I used red onions but I have used yellow, white and sweet onions too.  I had some leftover brown rice but have used white long grain and basmati rice before.  Sometimes leftover, sometimes cooked along with the onions and lentils.  I used brown lentils this time and precooked them as I was using leftover rice.  You can use precooked lentils as well.  Season with garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne, cinnamon or any other seasonings you love. Use a little or a lot....it is up to you.  This is one of those recipes that you can't ruin and you can easily make your own according to your tastes and what's available in your pantry and fridge.  Enjoy!!

Mujaddara

1 c. lentils, cooked per package directions
1/4 c. olive oil
1 lg. red onion, sliced thin
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 t. cumin
1/8 t. cayenne pepper
1 c. brown rice, cooked per package directions
1/2 c. vegetable broth

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over med heat.  Add the onions, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring for 15-20 minutes, until softened and caramelized.  Add the lentils, rice, cumin, cayenne and broth.  Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.  Print Recipe

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