Mujadara With Bulgur Recipe

Name: Mujadara With Bulgur
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup brown or green lentils; l Large sweet onion; 2 teaspoons salt, more as needed; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup bulgur; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1 bay leaf; 1 cinnamon stick

Servings: persons

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1. Prepare bulgur according to instructions (I use Bob's red mill).
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2. In large pot or dutch oven saute onions in olive oil until crisp. Add minced garlic for the last 2 minutes.
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3. Add lentils 3 cups of water , 2 teaspoons salt, bay leaf and cinnamon stick, cumin, cayenne and allspice. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook over low heat for 15- 20 minutes.
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4. When most of the water is absorbed into the lentils and they are soft but firm add the just prepared bulgur (it should still be warm) to the lentils mix and let sit covered until the water is absorbed.
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5. Adjust salt and pepper if desired
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6. Just before serving add some high quality olive oil for taste and texture.
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7.Can be served at room temperature or warm

332

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup brown or green lentils, l Large sweet onion, 2 teaspoons salt, more as needed, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Mujadara With Bulgur falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mujadara With Bulgur

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