Bangkok’s Secret Middle Eastern Street – Soi Arab 4K Walk & All the Food!

lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are nutritious and split peas are often less expensive.

macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: elbow pasta

Whole grain pasta offers more fiber, while elbow pasta is often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Edamame is a protein-rich alternative, and canned beans are cost-effective.

Rinse lentils and soak them in water for 30 minutes.

Boil lentils in salted water until tender, about 20-25 minutes, then drain.

Cook rice in a separate pot with water and salt until fluffy, about 15-20 minutes.

Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, then drain.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onions until golden, about 8-10 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper, cooking for another minute.

Prepare the tomato sauce by heating it in a saucepan and adding vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste.

Layer the dish by placing rice at the bottom, followed by lentils, macaroni, and chickpeas.

Top with sautéed onions and garlic mixture, then drizzle with tomato sauce.

Serve hot, garnished with extra vinegar and spices if desired.

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