Mjeddrah

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Mediterranean-style savory and satisfying main that brings home-style flavor to your table
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Mjeddrah

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 203.9

Description

This Mediterranean main features Lentils, washed 2 lg Onions, coarsely chopped, Water 1/2 teaspoon Salt, Olive oil 3/4 c Brown rice. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring lentils & water to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat, cover & simmer for 25 minutes.
  3. Heat 2 tb oil in a skillet & saute onions & salt till the onions are transulcent.
  4. Heat remaining oil in another skillet & saute the rice for 3 minutes.
  5. Combine lentils, rice & onion,
  6. cover tightly &
  7. simmer till the lentils & rice are render, about 1 hour.
  8. You may have to add up to 2 extra cups water.
  9. Stir occasionally.
  10. Serve with a green salad.
  11. Frances Moore Lappe, "Diet for a Small Planet"

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 203.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.6g18%
Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 18.0g6%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g29%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 8.1g17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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