MUJADARA

Mujadara is a typical Lebanese rice and lentil pilaf. It is a perfect dish for a cold night as it's warming and super filling. Lentils are extremely high in protein and fiber, and for some added goodness I used organic brown rice. To add a little spice and personal take on this dish, I cooked the rice with bay leaves and kaffir lime leaves, and added tons of fresh spices, cilantro and lemon juice which added an amazing and refreshing flavor. I made a huge batch as I was feeding 6 people, and it's an amazing dish to have for leftovers. 

Husband approved.

Ingredients:

2 cups organic long grain brown rice

2 cups French lentils, cooked

2 onions, chopped

1 garlic glove finely chopped

2 bay leaves

3 kaffir lime leaves

2 tsp ground cumin

2 tsp ground turmeric

2 tsp ground paprika

1 tbsp ground cayenne pepper

1 tsp ground allspice

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp ground ginger

2 tbsp almond oil

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

3/4 cup cilantro, chopped

2 lemons, juiced (I use Meyer)

1 tbsp sea salt

1 tbsp black pepper

Directions:

In a large stovetop pan, add brown rice, water, bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, turmeric and cumin. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 40 minutes. Remove the bay and kaffir lime leaves.

In a medium sized griddle, heat pan and add almond oil. Add the onions and garlic and cook until browned, about 10 minutes. 

Mix the rice, onions, lentils, paprika, cayenne, allspice, cinnamon, ginger, olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, pepper, and top with fresh cilantro. Mix and enjoy!