Mujadara (Lentils and Rice)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown lentils
• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 2 large Onions
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 cups Water

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the lentils and rice separately.
2. 2Slice the onions into thin strips.
3. 3Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden brown (about 20-25 minutes). Remove half of the caramelized onions and set aside for garnish.
4. 4Add the lentils, rice, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well.
5. 5Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils and rice are cooked and the water is absorbed.
6. 6Fluff the mixture with a fork and serve, topped with the reserved caramelized onions.

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