EGYPTIAN KOSHARI
Shadya Saleh of Lotus Catering & Fine Foods (1960 Lawrence Ave. E., 416-757-8315) shares this recipe for Egypt�s national dish. You can fry your own onions or buy them fried. Many Asian grocery stores sell them. Recipe found in Toronto Star website. Note: When I made this I used long grain basmati rice rather than calrose. I've never had koshari before but this substitution seemed to work out just fine. I've changed the number of servings to 10 to 12 as I agree with the reviewer that this makes a lot more than 6 servings.
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories Lentil
Time 1h15m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For Lentils and Rice, heat oil in large pot over medium, add onion and cook, stirring, 5 minutes.
- Stir in salt, cumin and pepper and cook 1 minute.
- Add lentils and 2-1/2 cups water.
- Raise heat to high; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-high. Boil until lentils are three quarters cooked, about 15 minutes.
- Add rice and remaining 3 cups water and bring to boil.
- Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 13 minutes or until rice is just cooked. (Don't overcook.).
- Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
- Uncover; fluff with fork. (Makes about 9 cups.).
- Meanwhile, for Tomato Sauce, in medium saucepan, combine tomatoes, water, oil, vinegar, garlic, cumin, salt, chili and pepperand bring to boil over high heat.
- Cook, stirring and reducing heat as needed, until sauce thickens slightly, about 10 to 15 minutes. (Makes about 3 cups.).
- Meanwhile, heat large pot of salted water over high and add macaroni. Cook until al dente as per package instructions. Drain.
- To assemble, place portion of rice and lentils on plate.
- Top with portion of macaroni, then portion of tomato sauce.
- Garnish with onions. (Loosely, the dish should be 2/3 rice and lentils to 1/3 macaroni with a small amount of sauce and onions.).
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joleena JACOBS
jjoleena@aol.comOverall, this is a great recipe for a delicious and authentic Egyptian dish.
Md Ariyan Arif khan
md_a@hotmail.frThis recipe is way too complicated. There are too many steps and ingredients involved. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
tayyiba maryam
maryamt@yahoo.comThis recipe was a disaster. The rice and lentils were undercooked and the sauce was too thin. I would not recommend this recipe.
Manuela Santos
santos-manuela20@yahoo.comI found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.
Janet Michelle Shekyls
shekyls@yahoo.comThis dish is a bit spicy for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper if you're not a fan of spicy food.
Santa Kumar
ksanta62@yahoo.comI've never had koshari before, but this recipe was a great introduction. It's a delicious and hearty dish that's perfect for a cold winter day.
koo sceamer
koo.sceamer@hotmail.comThis recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make and the results are amazing. I love the way the rice, lentils, and macaroni come together in this dish.
Bicky Xunar
xb@aol.comThis dish is so delicious and flavorful. I love the combination of textures and flavors. It's a great meal to serve to company.
Raees Mahi
raees_mahi@gmail.comThis was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavors. I will definitely be making this again.
Hamyoon Arman
hamyoon@gmail.comI love the combination of flavors in this dish. The rice, lentils, and macaroni are hearty and filling, while the sauce is light and tangy. I also appreciate that this recipe is relatively easy to make.
Arslan Qadri
a_q83@hotmail.comThis recipe is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and authentic Egyptian dish that's sure to impress your friends and family.
spin cycle
cspin@yahoo.comI've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The rice, lentils, and macaroni cook perfectly together and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. I like to add a little extra cumin and coriander to the sauce for a bit of extra kick.
Essau Mabasa
mabasa-essau@gmail.comThis was my first time making koshari and it was a huge success! My family loved it and asked for seconds. The flavors are amazing and it's not too difficult to make. I'll definitely be making this again.