Koshari
Koshari is a popular Egyptian dish that combines rice, lentils, and macaroni topped with a spicy tomato sauce and garnished with crispy fried onions. It's a delicious and hearty meal that is enjoyed by many in Egypt and beyond.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice
- 1 cup brown lentils
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 can tomatoes chopped
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional for extra spice:
Instructions
- Cook the rice and lentils separately according to package instructions until they are both cooked through but still slightly firm.
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are caramelized and crispy.
- Add the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the onions. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the saucepan and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- To serve, layer the rice, lentils, and macaroni in a bowl. Top with the spicy tomato sauce and garnish with the crispy onions.
- Serve hot with extra hot sauce or chili flakes if desired.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 548kcal (27%)Carbohydrates: 96g (32%)Protein: 21g (42%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 654mg (19%)Fiber: 17g (71%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 65IU (1%)Vitamin C: 7mg (8%)Calcium: 64mg (6%)Iron: 5mg (28%)
