M'Jadrah -- Lebanese Rice And Lentils

1. 1

   Soak the rice in boiling water for 20-30 minutes, then wash 3-4 times by rubbing the rice together between your palms.

2. 2

   Drain or squeeze dry with your hands.

3. 3

   Also sift through the lentils and remove any stones or foreign matter.

4. 4

   Wash, put in a pot with the water and bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Add the salt, cover and simmer for about 35 minutes until partly cooked.

6. 6

   Add the rice, re-cover and simmer for another 15 minutes.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, heat the oil in a pan and brown the onion rings.

8. 8

   Stir into the rice andlentils.

9. 9

   The dish should not be dry but the rice shouldn't be mushy either.

10. 10

    It's better a little underdone than overcooked.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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