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Bulgur Mujadara

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Bulgur Mujadara is a nutritious, delicious, and inexpensive dinner meal, that you’ve got to try! This Middle Eastern dish features bulgur wheat, perfectly cooked lentils, and crispy fried onions for the tastiest lentil-based dish you’ll ever have!

Mujadara with bulgur is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that combines bulgur wheat and lentils. It is a hearty vegetarian and flavorful meal that can be a side dish or main course. This vegan-friendly dish is easy to make and packed with nutrition.

Bulgur Mujadara is high in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a healthy and satisfying meal. It is also incredibly versatile, as it can be served with a variety of accompaniments, such as yogurt and green salad, or as a side dish with grilled meat. It’s a delicious and nutritious dish that will please even the pickiest eaters!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE BULGUR MUJADARA

  1. Nutritious and Healthy: Mujadara with bulgur is packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, making it a wholesome and balanced meal.
  2. Flavorful and Aromatic: The combination of caramelized onions, lentils, and bulgur creates a rich and savory flavor profile that’s both comforting and satisfying.
  3. Easy to Prepare: With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, bulgur mujadara is an easy dish to prepare, even for beginners.
  4. Vegetarian and Vegan-Friendly: This dish is naturally vegetarian and can easily be made vegan, making it suitable for various dietary preferences.
  5. Affordable Ingredients: Mujadara with bulgur is made from inexpensive, pantry-staple ingredients, making it a budget-friendly meal option.
  6. Versatile Dish: It can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it pairs well with various salads, vegetables, and proteins.
  7. Great for Meal Prep: Mujadara with bulgur stores well and can be reheated, making it an excellent choice for meal prepping and enjoying throughout the week.

🥘 INGREDIENTS

Making this delicious Middle Eastern dish requires only the simplest of ingredients. Let’s look at what these are.

You can scroll down to the recipe card for further details and instructions.

Bulgur: Bulgur wheat is an important part of mujadara. It is made from whole wheat kernels that have been steamed, dried, and cracked. This process gives the bulgur wheat a chewy texture and nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the lentils.

Lentils: Lentils are the star of this dish and provide a great source of protein. They should be cooked until they are tender, but not mushy. We’ll be using green lentils in this recipe.

Onions: Onions add flavor and texture to the dish. They should be fried until golden brown and crispy for the best flavor and an authentic Bulgur Mujadara.

Close image of bulgur mujadara served in a plate.

🔪 HOW TO MAKE

It’s incredibly easy to make Bulgur Mujadara from scratch. Let’s look at what the steps are to make it at home.

The full instructions are in the recipe card below, but let’s look at the main steps to making this treat.

Step 1:

Start by washing and soaking the bulgur and lentils separately for 15 minutes.

Step 2:

Then, in a pan, add the olive oil, and when it gets hot, add the onion and cook until the onion turns light brown. The onion will get a little dark since it will continue cooking after removing it from the heat. Set it aside for now.

Browning the onion in olive oil.

Step 3:

In a pot, add the water and let it come to a boil, then add the chicken bouillon. Add the drained lentils and cook on medium heat for 10 minutes. 

Adding soaked lentils to stock.

Step 4:

Next, add the drained bulgur, stir for a few seconds, and cook on medium for 3 minutes. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 7 minutes.

Adding soaked bulgur to lentils and stock.

Step 5:

Add the previously fried onion and mix with the bulgur and lentils, then cover the pot and reduce the heat to the lowest. Cook for 10 minutes.

Adding fried onion to lentils and bulgur.

Your delicious Bulgur Mujadara is ready to be served. 

💭 EXPERT TIPS

  • Soak the lentils separately.
  • Soaking the lentils and bulgur is essential, it helps them cook properly or they might have a bite to them.
  • You can go for either yellow or red onion.
  • If you like caramelized onion, then fry a little more to garnish the rice when serving.
  • Make sure you are using rough bulgur and not fine.
  • You can go for vegetable bouillon if you want this dish to be vegan or vegetarian.

HOW TO CARAMELIZE THE ONION

If you want a crispier version of caramelized onion, thinly slice the onion and sprinkle it with a small amount of salt. Leave it to stand for two minutes.

Pat the onion with kitchen towels to remove as much liquid as possible. Deep fry the onion in a hot oil. The onions will come out crispy.

Bulgur mujadara served with salad on the side.

📖 VARIATIONS

Bulgur Mujadara is a delicious and versatile dish you can enjoy it in many different ways. Here are some delicious variations you can try:

Roasted vegetables: Roast some vegetables such as carrots, peppers, and zucchini to add a burst of flavor to your mujadara.

Herbs and spices: Try adding some fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro, or some spices like cumin and coriander to give your mujadara a unique flavor.

Nuts and seeds: Toasted nuts and seeds such as almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds can add a crunchy texture to your mujadara.

Greek yogurt: Adding a dollop of plain yogurt on top of your mujadara can add a creamy texture and a tangy flavor.

Fried onions: If you want to add an extra crunchy texture, try frying some onions and adding them on top of your mujadara.

💬 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is bulgur mujadara?

Bulgur Mujadara is a traditional Middle Eastern dish made with bulgur, lentils, and onion. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that can be served as a main course or side dish. The bulgur is cooked in water with the lentils and then mixed with fried onions for added flavor. This dish is often served with yogurt or tahini sauce.

What is another name for mujadara?

There is an Egyptian dish similar to Mujadara called Koshary, and in Syria, it is called Mudardara. In the Arabian gulf countries, it is called Momawash.

Who invented mujadara?

Mujadara has its origins in Mesopotamia, in what is now Iraq. In 1226, the oldest known recipe appeared in the Kitab Al-Tabikh, which literally translates to ‘cookbook.’ It is a popular dish in many countries, including Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Palestine, and the Gulf region.

Is mujadara with bulgur gluten-free?

No, there is gluten in the bulgur. If you want a gluten-free version, then try this recipe.

Bulgur mujadara garnished with fried onions.

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🌡️ STORING AND REHEATING

Fridge: You can store any leftovers you may have in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer: This dish freezes well for up to 3 months. Place it in a freezer-safe container before popping it in the freezer.

Reheat: Let it thaw in the fridge overnight and then reheat on the stove on medium-high heat until it’s heated all the way through. I recommend adding crispy fried onions on top before serving.

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Bulgur Mujadara (Middle Eastern Lentils and Bulgur)

Learn to make Bulgur Mujadara, a delightful Middle Eastern dish that combines lentils and bulgur. This dish is easy to make and tastes absolutely delicious.
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Course: Main Meal
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: Bulgur Mujadara
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 3 People
Calories: 403kcal
Author: Muna Kenny

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup rough bulgur
  • ½ cup green lentils
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 large onion finely sliced
  • 2 chicken bouillon
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
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Instructions

  • Wash and soak the bulgur and lentils SEPARETLY for 15 minutes.
  • In a pan, add the olive oil and when hot add the onion and cook until the onion is light brown and keep aside. The onion will get a little dark since it will continue cooking after removing it from heat.
  • In a pot, add the water and let it come to a boil add the chicken bouillon. Add the drained lentils and cook on medium fheat or 10 minutes.
  • Add the drained bulgur, stir for a few seconds, and cook on medium heat for 3 minutes.
  • Cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium low and cook for 7 minutes.
  • Add the previously fried onion and mix with the bulgur and lentils, then cover the pot and reduce the heat to the lowest. Cook for 10 minutes.

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Notes

  1. If you like caramelized onion, fry more to garnish the rice when serving.
  2. Make sure you are using coarse bulgur and not fine.
  3. You can go for the yellow or red onion.
  4. Soaking the lentils and bulgur is essential; it helps them cook properly, or they might have a bite to them.
  5. Soak the lentils separately.
  6. You can go for vegetable bouillon if you want this dish to be vegan or vegetarian.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 403kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 170mg | Potassium: 618mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 593IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 4mg
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