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Khayri bil-Majboos

A recipe from Yemen.

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Khayri bil-Majboos

Nutrition (per serving)

400Calories
22 gProtein
35 gCarbs
17 gFat
5 gSugar
1000 mgSalt

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Rice
  • 1 cup Lentils
  • 1 cup Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 inch Ginger
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Coriander
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper

Method

  1. Heat oil in a heavy pot over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and black pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the lentils and rice, and stir to combine.
  4. Add 2 cups of water to the pot and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the water is absorbed and the rice and lentils are cooked, about 20 minutes.
  6. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve the khayri chilled, garnished with fresh herbs, if desired.
  8. Serve with a side of flatbread or yogurt, if desired.

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