Egyptian kushari recipe (Arabic food) recipe delicious recipe 👌👌😍😍😍@OurFoodPalace

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more affordable and easy to use.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Rice noodles are often cheaper and gluten-free.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are budget-friendly and convenient.

Rinse brown lentils under cold water until clear.

Boil lentils in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

In a separate pot, cook Egyptian rice in salted water until fluffy, about 18-20 minutes.

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

Drain chickpeas and rinse under cold water.

Slice onions thinly and sauté in oil over medium heat until golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.

Add chopped garlic to the onions and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

Combine tomato paste with cumin powder, vinegar, salt, black pepper powder, chill powder, Arabic curry powder, and red chili powder in a saucepan.

Simmer the sauce over low heat for 10 minutes to meld flavors.

Layer the cooked rice, lentils, macaroni, and chickpeas in a serving dish.

Top with the sautéed onions and pour the tomato sauce over the layers.

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