Soak lentils in 4× water for at least 20 minutes, then drain. Wash and drain rice.
Crispy onions: Select Sauté Mode for 15 minutes. Heat oil, add sliced onions and ¼ tsp salt. Cook, stirring often, until deeply golden and crispy (10–15 minutes). Remove and drain on a wire rack.
Toast cashews: In the same pot, lightly toast cashew pieces until golden. Remove and set aside.
Cook rice and lentils: Add drained rice and lentils to the pot. Season with ½ tsp salt. Add water (680 ml) and broth powder. Stir well.
Select Brown Rice / Long Grain mode and cook (about 1 hour).
Make yogurt sauce: Mix yogurt, cucumber, garlic, mint, and salt. Chill until ready to serve.
Finish mujadara: Once cooked, sprinkle in cumin, half the onions, and fold.
Serve: Top with crispy onions, toasted cashews, fresh herbs, and yogurt sauce.
