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Green Lentils and Rice Assyrian Style

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"In Assyrian, we call this dish jadarah! Lentils and rice have come a long way. We see these types of dishes more often! i hope you enjoy this great and easy recipe of jadarah!" — sharon younan

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Original recipe makes 8 servings Change Servings

1 cup dry green lentils
2 cups water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup basmati rice

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
salt to taste

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Directions

Place the lentils into a pot and cover with the water. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat for 5 minutes, then cover and remove from heat.
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the rice for about 1 minute, until the grains turn opaque and white, then stir in the lentils and water. Bring the rice mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to medium-low for 5 minutes. Stir once, then cover and reduce heat further to low. Continue cooking without uncovering the lid until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes more.
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in the skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more. When the rice is ready, stir in the caramelized onion and season with salt.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 30 mins
READY IN 35 mins

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Very nice recipe, combining everything I like in one: lentils are always a nice change from other beans and legumes; as a Barbadian-American, rice is a staple in our menu -- Basmati's popcorn-like flavor is just an added boost; and caramelized onions (the miracle vegetable!) are fabulous! We'll be making this one again. (Didn't have Basmati rice the first two times I made this; used jasmine the first time and good old Uncle Ben's converted long-grain the second time. Both worked exceptionally well!)

—divapat

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Jun 08, 2011

I guess I must have done something wrong. My basmati NEVER turned white and it was crunchy..not good at all. I had to put Pink Himalayan Salt and Garlic to have any taste.

—shaunabphillips

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5 Ratings

Aug 28, 2011

This is So yummy! Thank you!

—Denna

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Oct 10, 2011

Very mild flavor but tasty.

—Lizzie H

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Jan 06, 2013

This is a quick, easy recipe, and it tastes great! I'm just wondering what this is traditionally served with? Is this typically a side dish or the main dish of a meal? I only know a few Assyrian recipes but I'd love to know more! Thanks for sharing!

—jessicaannphillips

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Nutrition

Calories
235 kcal
12%

Carbohydrates
34.6 g
11%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
7.4 g
11%

Fiber
7.8 g
31%

Protein
8.2 g
16%

Sodium
52 mg
2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Green Lentils and Rice Assyrian Style

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 235
Calories from Fat: 66

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.4g 11 %
Saturated Fat 1.2g 6 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
** Sodium 52mg 2 %
** Potassium 257mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 34.6g 11 %
Dietary Fiber 7.8g 31 %
Protein 8.2g 16 %
Sugars 1.3g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C 4 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron 20 %
** Thiamin 12 %
** Niacin 13 %
** Vitamin B6 10 %
** Magnesium 11 %
** Folate 66 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.