Mujadara
Mujadara is a soul-satisfying dish combining brown rice, lentils, and sautéed shallots for a hearty, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Shallots and Seasoning
- 4 pieces Shallots The sweet, aromatic shallots will caramelize beautifully.
- 100 ml Olive Oil Nutty oil for frying shallots.
- 10 g Parsley Fresh parsley adds brightness.
- 2 tsp Nigella Seed Seeds add a slightly bitter flavor.
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds Infuses flavor into the dish.
Main Ingredients
- 500 g Cooked Brown Rice Nutty base for the dish.
- 250 g Cooked Lentils Adds protein and fiber.
- 400 g Greek Yogurt Balances earthiness of the dish.
- 1 whole Lemon For juice and wedges.
Instructions
Cooking Shallots
- Finely slice the shallots and separate the layers.
- In a small frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add shallots and simmer for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer shallots to a plate lined with kitchen paper to drain excess oil.
Preparing Yogurt Mixture
- Pick parsley leaves and finely slice the stalks.
- Stir nigella seeds into Greek yogurt, season with salt and half lemon juice, and set aside.
Combining Ingredients
- Add cumin seeds and sliced parsley stalks to the shallot oil.
- Cook for 30 seconds to release flavors.
- Add cooked brown rice and lentils, stirring thoroughly.
- Heat until everything is hot (2-3 minutes), adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Fold half of the crispy shallots into the mixture.
- Cover with a lid to keep warm.
Serving
- Slice remaining lemon half into wedges.
- Toss fresh parsley leaves through the Mujadara and divide into bowls.
- Serve with nigella seed yogurt, remaining shallots, and a lemon wedge.
Notes
For perfectly caramelized shallots, keep the heat moderate and stir occasionally. You can vary the lentils and add spices as desired.