Vegan Mujadara with Caramelized Onions and Dried Fruits
A delicious vegan mujadara recipe made with caramelized onions and dried fruits. This dish is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown lentils
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup dried apricots chopped
- 1/2 cup raisins
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils and rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes.
- In another pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the lentils, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
- In a separate pot, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- In a large skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the dried apricots and raisins and cook for 2-3 minutes until they soften.
- Add the cooked lentils, cooked rice, and caramelized onions to the skillet with the dried fruits. Mix well to combine all the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 14gFat: 10gFiber: 12g
