Mjadra con arroz (arroz con lentejas)

Ingredientes

• 11⁄2 cups green lentils, washed
• 2 cups basmati or medium grain rice, washed really well
• 3 large onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon Lebanese mixed spice
• Salt to taste (approx 11⁄2-2 teaspoons)
• Water
• 1⁄3 cup vege oil
• Olive oil for onions

Preparación

1. 1

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2. 2

   In a pot add lentils with water and bring to a boil, cook for 15-18mins. Strain the lentils keeping the liquid and pour liquid into a measuring jug. I was left with approx 2 cups lentil stock, add the vege oil and top with water to reach 4 cups in liquid. (31⁄3 cups if using medium grain rice)

3. 3

   Add your rice, lentils, spices, salt and lentil stock to the pot and stir to combine. Bring to a boil then reduce to a very low heat. Put the lid on and cook till water is absorbed and rice is cooked (approx 30-35mins depending on the grain). Let sit with lid on for 5 mins before you fluff the rice.

4. 4

   In a large pan add olive oil and saute your onions on a low/med heat till they caramalise and become nice and golden, be patient this can take a while.

5. 5

   Serve In a platter topping with the onions. Goes beautifully with a Fattoush salad or cucumber yogurt.