Ada TüzünPremier Commis
20 June 2026 Last updated: 10 September 2026

Mujaddara is a classic Lebanese dish made by cooking rice and lentils together and topping them with plenty of caramelized onions. Though made with simple ingredients, the deeply browned onions make it hearty and flavorful.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Caramelize the onions

25 min

Cook the onions in most of the olive oil over medium-low heat for 25 minutes, until deep golden brown. Set aside.

2

Parboil the lentils

10 min

Parboil the lentils in water over medium heat for 10 minutes.

3

Cook the pilaf

20 min

Add the lentils, rice, water, cumin, salt, and remaining olive oil. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook over low heat for 18–20 minutes.

4

Let it rest

10 min

Remove from the heat and let rest, covered, for 10 minutes.

5

Serve

Top with the caramelized onions and serve warm or hot.

Reminder

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
340 kcalCalories
11 gProtein
48 gCarbohydrate
12 gFat
9 gFiber
5 gSugar
420 mgSodium
2 gSaturated Fat
Protein 13% Carbohydrate 56% Fat 31%
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