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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.

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6 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice
1 cup black lentils
1 cup pasta (firm sell)
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
1/2 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic
2 cups tomato sauce
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon spices (including paprika)
1/2 cup dried onions
4 cups water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Boil chickpeas until cooked.

2

Add olive oil to the cooked chickpeas.

3

Cook black lentils in boiling water until soft.

4

Cook pasta (firm sell) until tender, then fry until golden brown.

5

Prepare garlic water by cooking minced garlic with water.

6

Mix tomato sauce with spices and water until thick.

7

Combine cooked rice, lentils, and pasta in a bowl.

8

Top with the tomato sauce mixture and garlic water.

9

Roast minced garlic in olive oil and add vinegar and spices for the final sauce.

10

Top the dish with dried onions that have been heated in oil.

Equipment Needed

potpansaucepan

Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

glutensoy

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