Description
Bulgur Mujadara is a flavorful Middle Eastern dish featuring lentils, bulgur wheat, and caramelized onions. This vegan and vegetarian-friendly meal is seasoned with aromatic spices, creating a satisfying and nutritious option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Lentils:
- 1 cup brown or green lentils (rinsed)
Bulgur Wheat Mixture:
- 1 cup fine or medium bulgur wheat
- 4 cups water or vegetable broth (divided)
Caramelized Onions:
- 3 large yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook Lentils: In a medium saucepan, cook lentils in 2 cups of water or broth until tender. Drain excess liquid.
- Caramelize Onions: In a skillet, cook onions in olive oil until golden brown. Reserve a portion for topping.
- Combine Ingredients: Add cooked lentils, bulgur, seasonings, and remaining water or broth to onions. Simmer until bulgur is tender.
- Finish and Serve: Fluff the mixture with a fork, top with reserved onions, parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- This dish can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or cold.
- Perfect for meal prep and can be made ahead.
- For a chewier texture, opt for coarse bulgur and adjust cooking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
