Ingredients
- rice
- brown lentiles
- pasta
- tomato sauce
- onions
Descriptin
Koshari is a popular, affordable, vegetarian national dish of Egypt, consisting of a unique combination of rice, lentils, and macaroni, all topped with a spicy tomato sauce and crunchy fried onions. Originating in the 19th-century and influenced by British and Middle Eastern cuisine, this hearty and flavorful dish is a staple street food, enjoyed by all social classes and celebrated for its satisfying blend of carbs, protein, and fiber.
Steps
- 1/2 cup brown lentils, picked over and well-rinsed
- 1/2 cup medium-grain rice, rinsed, soaked in water for 15 minutes, drained
- 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 2 cups elbow pasta
- Cooking oil
- Water
- 1 15-oz can chickpeas, rinsed, drained and warmed