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Mujaddara Lentil Onion Pilaf recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dish
Thomas Baker

Mujaddara Lentil Onion Pilaf Warm Satisfying Recipe Your Family Will Love

This Mujaddara Lentil Onion Pilaf is a warm, satisfying meal perfect for an easy dinner or weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy. Featuring caramelized onion lentils and fragrant Lebanese rice and lentils, it’s a comforting vegan dish that brings authentic Middle Eastern flavors to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup black lentils, sorted and rinsed
  • 4 cups water, divided
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil, more for later
  • 2 large yellow onions, diced (4 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt more to taste
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, soaked in water for 10-15 minutes and then drained
  • black pepper
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Parsley, for garnish
  • extra virgin olive oil (for garnish)
  • 1 large yellow onion cut in very thin rings