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Bulgur Pilavı
Easy 1 hr 3 min~180 kcal 6/10
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Cypriot Lentil Mujendra Rice
Green lentils, rice, and slow-cooked onions combine with olive oil in a simple pilaf.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 51 min📖 1 min readServes 5~310 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 35 min cook 61 min rest
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 1 h 51 min- Prep15 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h 1 min
- Cooking35 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 glass(~300 ml) Rice
- 1 glass(~200 ml) Green lentils
- 3 pcs Onion
- 5 tbsp(~75 ml) Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Sugar
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
- 3 glass(~600 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the lentils for 18 minutes so they remain firm, then drain.
18 min18:00 - 2
Slice the onions thinly and cook them in olive oil for 15 minutes until golden.
15 min15:00 - 3
Rinse the rice, add it to the pot, and toast for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 4
Add the lentils, salt, black pepper, and hot water.
- 5
Cook the pilaf covered over low heat for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 6
Rest for 10 minutes and serve with the remaining onions.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Leaving the lentils slightly firm keeps them from breaking apart while the rice steams.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve warm with caramelized onions and lemony salad.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~310
kcal calories
9
g protein
54
g carbs
7
g fat
Protein 11%Carbs 69%Fat 20%
GI 43 · Low GIGL 23 · High GL
4.1g
Sugar
6.3g
Fiber
943.4mg
Sodium
2.1g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
7/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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FAQ
How many servings does Cypriot Lentil Mujendra Rice make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Cypriot Lentil Mujendra Rice take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 35 minutes, including 61 minutes of passive resting; 111 minutes in total.Is Cypriot Lentil Mujendra Rice difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Cypriot Lentil Mujendra Rice have?
Approximately 310 kcal per serving. Protein: 9g, carbs: 54g, fat: 7g.Is Cypriot Lentil Mujendra Rice allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.How many ingredients does Cypriot Lentil Mujendra Rice need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.Is Cypriot Lentil Mujendra Rice filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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