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Koshari Recipe by SooperChef (Egyptian Street Food)

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Koshari

Cultural Context

Koshari is a beloved street food originating from Egypt, often considered the national dish. It reflects the country's diverse culinary influences, combining rice, lentils, pasta, and a rich tomato sauce, topped with crispy onions. Traditionally served in a communal style, Koshari is a hearty meal that showcases the resourcefulness of Egyptian cooking. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Egypt, with variations appearing in Middle Eastern cuisine worldwide.

EGEGmain
6 servings
Servings4
water as required
brown lentils 1 cup
salt 1 ½ tsp
oil 2 tbsp.
elbow macaroni 1 cup
guard basmati rice 2 cups
black pepper powder 1 tsp
coriander powder 1 tsp
tomato puree 2 cups
red chili flakes 1 tsp
vinegar 2-3 tbsp.
boiled chickpeas as required
fried onion as required
1

1. In a pot heat water and add salt. Bring it to boil. Now add soaked brown lentil and cook until half done. Strain and set aside.

2

2. In a pot heat water, add salt, oil and bring it to boil. Add macaroni and boil until fully done. Strain and set aside.

3

3. In a bowl add water and Guard Basmati Rice for 25-30 minutes.

4

4. In a pot heat oil and fry soaked rice. Add salt, black pepper, coriander powder and cook for 3 minutes while stirring continuously.

5

5. Add warm water and give it a good mix. Bring it to boil on high flame. Reduce the flame and let cook until 80% water dries out.

6

6. Cover with lid and steam on low flame for 10-12 minutes.

7

7. In a pan heat oil and sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook for a minute.

8

8. Add tomato puree, red chili flakes, coriander powder, salt, black pepper and cook until starts to thicken. Add vinegar and cook for another 2 minutes.

9

9. In a dish, make a bed of koshari, top it with boiled brown lentil, macaroni, and chickpeas. Add some tomato sauce and lastly garnish with some fried onion.

Dietary

veganvegetarianplant-basedgluten-free

Allergens

glutensoy

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