Egyptian Koshari

Egyptian Koshari

Lentils, rice and pasta are cooked and then served in a spicy tomato sauce. This is a typical Egyptian dish that is very good and cheap over here! Puree the sauce in a food processor if you like a smoother texture.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
45 mins
Total Time
60 mins
Calories
469 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Combine the lentils and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat for 25 minutes. Add the rice to the lentils, and continue to simmer for an additional 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
Step 2
Fill a separate saucepan with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain.
Step 3
Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is lightly browned. Pour in the tomatoes and season with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 10 to 20 minutes.
Step 4
In a large serving dish, stir together the lentils, rice and macaroni. Mix in the tomato sauce until evenly coated.
Egyptian Koshari
Egyptian Koshari
Egyptian Koshari
Egyptian Koshari

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cups water
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • ¾ cup uncooked long grain rice
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • ¾ cup brown lentils

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