Healthy Eid Recipe: Savouring Rich Flavors Of Middle Eastern Cuisine With Mujadarah Safra (Musalwa'a)

Whether you're looking for a satisfying meal or a cosy pick-me-up, Mujadarah Safra will surely satisfy your cravings.

What food is eaten during Eid-ul-Fitr? Middle Eastern cuisine is known for its comforting dishes that warm the soul. From savoury stews and hearty soups to fragrant rice pilafs and crispy falafel, this region has no shortage of delicious comfort food. Some popular Middle Eastern comfort foods include shakshuka, mujadara, and fattoush, a refreshing salad with crispy pita chips and fresh vegetables.

Middle East Cuisine

From savoury dishes like kebabs and shawarma, the cuisine of the Middle East is sure to satisfy any palate. Some popular dishes include hummus, tabbouleh, falafel, and baba ganoush. These dishes are often made with fresh herbs, spices, and vegetables, making them healthy and delicious. Whether you're looking for a hearty meal or a light snack, Middle Eastern food has something for everyone.

Mujadarah Safra Recipe By Ms. Sonia Shah Health Coach and Nutrition Advisor, Adani Wilmar, Fortune Foods

Mujadarah Safra is a delicious Middle Eastern dish that combines lentils and rice with fragrant spices and caramelized onions. The lentils and rice make it a nutritious and filling meal, while the spices and onions add a depth of flavour that is simply irresistible. This recipe by Ms Sonia Shah is easy to follow and yields a delicious meal that will become a family favourite. Give it a try and savour the rich flavours of Middle Eastern comfort food!

Ingredients:

- 1 cup Fortune Masoor Malka Dal, rinsed

- 1 cup Fortune Biryani Special Basmati Rice (long-grain white rice)

- 3 large onions, thinly sliced

- 4 cups water

- 4 tablespoons Fortune Sunflower Oil

- 1 teaspoon ground cumin

- 1 teaspoon ground coriander

- teaspoon ground cinnamon

- Salt, to taste

- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Method:

1. Soak the rinsed Fortune Masoor Malka Dal in 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan for 20-25 minutes until tender.

2. Heat 2 tablespoons of Fortune Sunflower oil. Once caramelized, remove half of the onions from the skillet and set aside for garnish.

3. Add the Fortune Biryani Special Basmati Rice to the skillet containing the remaining half of the caramelized onions. Stir and toast the rice for a few minutes until it becomes slightly translucent.

4. Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and salt to taste. Bring the mixture for 15-20 minutes.

5. Once the dal is cooked, combine it with the rice in the skillet.

6. Transfer the Mujadarah Safra to a serving platter or individual plates. Garnish it with the reserved caramelized onions and chopped parsley or cilantro.

7. Mujadarah Safra can be served hot or at room temperature. This Middle Eastern classic pairs well with yoghurt, salad, or pickled vegetables.