Cook the lentils. Rinse and drain 1 cup of lentils and then add to a medium saucepan with 2 cups of filtered water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and then simmer while covered on low heat ...

Mujadara is a Middle Eastern dish of lentils and rice topped with crispy fried onions. Andi Oliver uses bulghur wheat instead of rice for a Moroccan twist and serves it with tamarind chicken thighs.