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Easy 1 hr 39 min~310 kcal 9/10
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Mejadra
A Levantine lentil and rice pilaf with cumin, coriander, and plenty of crisp fried onions.
Medium⏱️ 56 min📖 1 min readServes 6~390 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
18 min prep 38 min cook
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 56 min- Prep18 min
- Cooking38 min
Ingredients
6 servings
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For the rice
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Green lentils
- 1.2 cup(~240 ml) Rice
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Water
For the onions
- 4 Onions
For cooking
- 5 tbsp(~75 ml) Olive oil
For the spice mix
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Cumin
- 0.8 tsp(~4 ml) Coriander seeds
- 0.2 tsp(~1 ml) Cinnamon
General
- 1.2 dessert spoon(~12 ml) Salt
- 0.4 tsp(~2 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the green lentils for 14 minutes until half tender, then drain.
14 min14:00 - 2
Slice the onions thinly into half-moons.
- 3
Fry two thirds of the onions in half the olive oil for 18 minutes until deep golden.
18 min18:00 - 4
Turn the rice, cumin, coriander seeds, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper in the remaining olive oil for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 5
Add the lentils and water, then cook the pilaf over low heat for 16 minutes.
16 min16:00 - 6
Rest the pilaf for 10 minutes so the grains do not break.
10 min10:00 - 7
Spread the fried onions over the top, finely chop the remaining raw onion, and sprinkle it on if desired.
💡 Tip: Do not rush the onions; over medium heat they darken into sweet depth rather than bitterness.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve mejadra as a meatless main with tahini lemon sauce, pickles, and a lemony salad.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~390
kcal calories
13
g protein
66
g carbs
9
g fat
Protein 13%Carbs 66%Fat 21%
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.
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FAQ
How many servings does Mejadra make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Mejadra take?
Prep 18 minutes, cooking 38 minutes; 56 minutes in total.Is Mejadra difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Mejadra have?
Approximately 390 kcal per serving. Protein: 13g, carbs: 66g, fat: 9g.Is Mejadra allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Mejadra belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Mejadra need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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