Mujaddara (Lentils and Rice with Crispy Onions)

Ingredients

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• 1 cup brown or green lentils
• 1 cup rice
• 3 large onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 4 cups water

Let’s make it

1. Cook lentils in 3 cups water until just tender, about 20 minutes; drain if needed.
2. Meanwhile, fry onions in olive oil over medium heat until deep golden, about 20 minutes.
3. Add rice, lentils, salt, cumin, and 1 cup water to the pot.
4. Cover and simmer on low until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 18-20 minutes.
5. Top with the crispy onions and serve warm.