Mejadra is an ancient dish that is hugely popular throughout the Arab world.

Its a fragrant aromatic spiced rice (but not spicy) combined with sweet crunchy onion.

I really think it tastes almost as good!

Mejadra - A aromatic Middle Eastern Rice and Lentil Pilaf. A recipe by Yotam Ottolenghi. recipetineats.com

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A dollop of yoghurt, a sprinkle of herbs and dinner is served!

Nagi x

PS I served Mejadra on the side ofChicken Shawarmawhich I also published today.

A beautiful pairing of flavours!

Mejadra - A aromatic Middle Eastern Rice and Lentil Pilaf. A recipe by Yotam Ottolenghi. recipetineats.com

The flavour of this Chicken Shawarma marinade is absolutely incredible, yet made with just a handful of everyday spices. recipetineats.com

Mejadra - A aromatic Middle Eastern Rice and Lentil Pilaf. A recipe by Yotam Ottolenghi. recipetineats.com

Mejadra - A aromatic Middle Eastern Rice and Lentil Pilaf. A recipe by Yotam Ottolenghi. recipetineats.com

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