ONEONE-POT MUJADARA WITH CRISPY LEEKS AND SPRING GREENS

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ONEONE-POT MUJADARA WITH CRISPY LEEKS AND SPRING GREENS image

Categories     Bean

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup brown or green lentils
2 leeks, white and light green parts only, roots trimmed
2 1/4 teaspoons salt, more as needed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup long-grain rice
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick
4 cups trimmed and chopped spring greens (chard leaves, spinach, kale, mustard or a combination)

Steps:

  • Place lentils in a large bowl and add warm tap water to cover by 1 inch. Let soak. 2. Meanwhile, halve leeks lengthwise; run under warm water to release any grit. Thinly slice leeks crosswise. 3. Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Add leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer half the leeks to a bowl to use for garnish and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. 4. Stir garlic into the pot with the remaining leeks and cook for 15 seconds until fragrant. Stir in rice and sauté 2 minutes. Stir in cumin, allspice and cayenne; sauté 30 seconds. 5. Drain lentils and stir into pot. Add 4 1/4 cups water, 2 teaspoons salt, bay leaf and cinnamon stick. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes. Rinse greens in a colander and spread damp leaves over lentil mixture. Cover and cook 5 minutes more, until rice and lentils are tender and greens are wilted. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Serve sprinkled with reserved crispy leeks.

Jabulani Dlamini
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I didn't have any spring greens, so I used spinach instead. It worked out great!


Ak Rafi
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This dish was a bit too oily for my taste.


ak 47
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could use more seasoning.


Slindokuhle Shozi
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This recipe is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great for people who like spicy food.


Chubbs Williams
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this dish. It's a great meatless meal that's packed with flavor.


Julian Espinoza jr
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the crispy leeks and spring greens.


faysal lover boy
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I'm a big fan of mujadara, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The crispy leeks and spring greens add a really nice touch.


Derek Benigno
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend it!


Opti Mine
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover lentils and rice.


Jay villarreal
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The leftovers are also great for lunch the next day.


Angel Daria
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the crispy leeks were a real crowd-pleaser.


Naqi Ali
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was definitely worth the effort. The flavors were incredible and the dish was a big hit with my family.


gisho_oni_baka gisho_oni_baka
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I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but this recipe changed my mind. The crispy leeks and spring greens really elevated the dish and made it something special.


Bruno Mapunda
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This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the crispy leeks - they added a nice textural contrast to the soft lentils and rice.


Aftab warrich
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook lentils, and this recipe definitely delivered. The combination of lentils, rice, and crispy vegetables was incredibly flavorful and satisfying.


A Safe Place For Girls Midwest
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This mujadara recipe was a hit! The crispy leeks and spring greens added a delicious crunch and freshness to the dish. I also loved the smoky flavor from the cumin and paprika.