Mujadara (Lentils, Rice & Crispy Onions)

Ingredients

• Brown or green lentils, rinsed120 g
• Basmati rice, rinsed100 g
• Onions, thinly sliced3 whole
• Ground cumin1.5 tsp
• Ground cinnamon0.25 tsp
• Olive oil5 tbsp
• Cucumber and tomato salad200 g

Steps

1. 1Simmer the lentils in water in a saucepan for 15 minutes until just tender; drain in a colander.
2. 2Fry the onions in olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat for 15–20 minutes until deep brown and crisp. Transfer half to a bowl for topping.
3. 3Add spices, rice and drained lentils to the same frying pan with 350 ml water and salt. Cover and cook on low for 18 minutes.
4. 4Fluff the rice and lentils in the frying pan, top with the crispy onions from the bowl and serve on plates with salad.