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Recipe of Koshari

Recipe of Koshari
Koshari is a hearty and satisfying Egyptian dish that combines lentils, rice, pasta, and a flavorful tomato sauce. This budget-friendly comfort food is a staple in Egypt and offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Topped with crispy fried onions and served with a tangy garlic vinegar sauce, Koshari is a delicious and filling meal.
4 Servings
40 min Preparation
Easy
Rice

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown lentils
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1/2 cup small macaroni or vermicelli
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
  • Fried onions (for topping)

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Rinse the lentils and cook them in boiling water until they're tender but not mushy, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Step 2
  • In a separate pot, cook the rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  • Step 3
  • In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Add the crushed tomatoes, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until you have a thick sauce.
  • Step 4
  • In another pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil and sauté the chopped onion until it's caramelized and brown.
  • Step 5
  • Cook the macaroni or vermicelli according to the package instructions until it's crispy and golden.
  • Step 6
  • To assemble, start with a layer of rice, followed by lentils, then macaroni. Top with the tomato sauce and fried onions.
  • Step 7
  • For the garlic vinegar sauce, mix white vinegar with minced garlic and a pinch of salt.
  • Step 8
  • Garnish your Koshari with fresh coriander leaves and serve with the garlic vinegar sauce on the side.
  • Step 9
  • Enjoy your homemade Koshari, a taste of Egypt's culinary heritage!

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