Recipe of Koshari

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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!