MUJADDARA

Mujaddara is a simple but flavorful rice and lentil pilaf, topped with sweet caramelized onions. Serve alone or as the base of just about any meal. 

INGREDIENTS

• 2 Tbsp olive oil ($0.32)
• 4 yellow onions ($1.59)
• 1 tsp cumin ($0.10)
• 1 tsp allspice ($0.10)
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves ($0.03)
• 2.5 cups vegetable broth ($0.30)
• 1 cup long grain white rice (or jasmine) ($0.33)
• 1 cup brown lentils ($0.68)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Thinly slice the onions and add them to a large pot with the olive oil. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently for one hour, or until they are deeply golden brown, sticky, and caramelized. Remove half of the onions and set them aside to top the pilaf after cooking
2. Add the cumin, allspice, and cloves to the pot with the remaining onions. Sauté for about one minute to lightly toast the spices. Add the vegetable broth and stir the pot well to dissolve any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pot.
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