Take a culinary journey to the heart of Egypt with this delightful recipe for Egyptian lentils, rice, and macaroni. This delectable dish, known as "Koshari," is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With the perfect balance of lentils, rice, and macaroni, complemented by a rich tomato sauce and a sprinkling of crispy fried onions, this dish is a true representation of Egyptian cuisine. Accompanied by a refreshing side salad and a zesty tahini sauce, this recipe promises an authentic and satisfying meal that captures the essence of Egyptian culinary heritage.
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KOSHARI (EGYPTIAN RICE, LENTILS AND MACARONI WITH SPICY TOMATO CHILE SAUCE)
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the rice and fry it for 2 minutes, then add the vegetable stock. Bring it to a boil, decrease the heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Rinse the lentils under cold water and add them to another medium saucepan with 2 cups of water. Add the garlic, cumin and bay leaf and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Once cooked, add the salt and stir to combine. Strain any excess liquid if necessary.Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.Note: Prepare the rice, macaroni and lentils while the sauce is simmering and leave them covered in the pots to keep warm.
- To make sauce: Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and add the onion. Cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and saute until golden brown. Add the tomato sauce, baharat, salt and pepper to taste, chile flakes (if using) and red wine vinegar. Bring it to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- To make the crispy onions, heat the oil in a skillet. Add the onions and fry until dark brown. Using a slotted spoon, remove them from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain and cool.
- Add the rice, lentils and macaroni to a large bowl and toss to combine (or simply scoop out desired amounts of each onto the plates). Sprinkle a little baharat over each portion and serve topped with some of the spicy tomato sauce. Top with garbanzo beans, the crispy onions and another sprinkle of baharat. Serve warm.
KOSHARI - EGYPTIAN RICE, LENTILS & MACARONI WITH SPICY TOMATO CHILE SAUCE
Egyptian rice, lentils & macaroni with a spicy tomato chile sauce topped with crispy fried onions and garbanzo beans.
Provided by Kimberly Killebrew
Categories Main
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the rice and fry it for 2 minutes, then add the chicken stock. Bring it to a boil, decrease the heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Rinse the lentils under cold water and add them to another medium saucepan with 2 cups of water. Add the garlic, cumin and bay leaf and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Once cooked, add the salt and stir to combine. Strain any excess liquid if necessary.
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
- Note: Prepare the rice, macaroni and lentils while the sauce is simmering and leave them covered in the pots to keep warm.
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and add the onion. Cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and saute until golden brown. Add the tomato sauce, baharat, salt and pepper to taste, chile flakes (if using) and red wine vinegar. Bring it to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- heat the oil in a skillet. Add the onions and fry until dark brown. Using a slotted spoon, remove them from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain and cool.
- Add the rice, lentils and macaroni to a large bowl and toss to combine (or simply scoop out desired amounts of each onto the plates). Sprinkle a little baharat over each portion and serve topped with some of the spicy tomato sauce. Top with garbanzo beans, the crispy onions and another sprinkle of baharat. Serve warm.
EGYPTIAN LENTILS RICE AND MACARONI
Although a vegetarian dish, this gets eaten with reckless abandon by carnivores. it sounds way too healthy (and it is) but dang! it is GOOD. try it. give about 45 minutes from start to finish. If you don't have cooked brown rice lying around, start that first and foremost. (This is modified from a recipe from joy of cooking and embellished with touches I figured out from an Egyptian restaurant in Washington DC).
Provided by Queen Zan
Categories Stew
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large dutch oven with a lid, Saute onions in olive oil until nicely browned.
- Add garlic. cook about 45 seconds.
- Add lentils and water. bring to a boil.
- Lower heat to med low, cook about 25 minute covered.
- Raise heat to medium, add tomatoes and cumin, coriander, and allspice.
- Cover, and Cook 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile cook pasta in boiling water. drain.
- Save that pot, you will need it shortly.
- Remove lid from tomato mixture and add salt and pepper. cook another 10 minute.
- In that saved empty pasta cooking pot, heat one Tbs oil.
- Add cumin seeds, when start to pop add cooked pasta and rice (and optional garbanzos). toss then dump in with tomato/lentil mixture.
- Serve with toasted pita bread on the side (I like to melt some cheese in it since I'm bein' so healthy!).
EGYPTIAN LENTILS AND RICE (KOUSHRY)
Steps:
- For the lentils: Soak the lentils in cold water for 2 hours. Drain. To the boiling water, add the lentils. Simmer, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, adding more water if necessary For the rice: To the boiling water, add the salt and butter. Stir in the rice. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Remove lid and fluff with a fork. In a sautepan, cook onions in olive oil, then add rice and lentils and seasoning and more water if needed. Simmer approximately 10 minutes.
KUSHARI - EGYPTIAN RICE LENTILS AND TOMATOES
I saw this dish being made on a travel/food program so the measurements are a bit of a guess. I would say this would be about 6 serves. The tomato sauce is quite vinegary. If you a seasoned cook you could cook the lentils, rice and macaroni all together adding the ingredients at the right time so everything finishes cooking at the same time. I like to add a good sprinkle of chilli oil just before serving.
Provided by Coasty
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pick over the lentils and wash well and drain. In a large pot add lentils and cover with cold water so the water is 3cm above the lentils. Bring to boil and reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 30 mins until tender. You make need to add more water through the cooking, stir occasionally.
- Cook the rice in your preferred method (I use a rice cook so its easy). If you want cook the rice in stock or add a stock cube.
- For the sauce heat 1/2 cup oil in large fry pan and saute the garlic and chilli for a few minuets Add the tomatoes, water and vinegr and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until cooked down - about 20 minutes.
- Bring a pot of salted water to the boil and cook the macaroni. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the remaining 1/2 cup oil and saute the onion until golden brown. You can also fry until crispy if you like. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- To serve the dish divide and layer ther lentils, then rice, then macaroni followed by the tomato sauce and fried onions.
Tips:
- Before starting, rinse the lentils thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook the lentils, as they tend to stick to the bottom of thinner pots.
- If you don't have any macaroni, you can use any other small pasta shape, such as ditalini or penne.
- Add the macaroni to the pot a few minutes before the lentils are fully cooked, so that it has time to soften but doesn't overcook.
- Season the lentils and rice with salt, pepper, and other spices to your taste.
- Serve the lentils and rice with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley.
Conclusion:
Egyptian lentils, rice, and macaroni is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover lentils and rice. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a hearty and flavorful meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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