Description
A delicious and hearty dish featuring caramelized onions, lentils, rice, and macaroni, topped with a flavorful chickpea mixture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups brown lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the lentils and 4 cups of vegetable broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Drain and set aside.
- While the lentils are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are deeply caramelized, about 25-30 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a separate pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- In the same boiling water, add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine the chickpeas, tomato sauce, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper (if using). Heat over medium heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
- To assemble the bowls, layer the rice, lentils, and macaroni in each bowl. Top with the chickpea mixture and a generous amount of caramelized onions. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some toasted pine nuts or almonds on top before serving.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a dash of hot sauce or some chopped fresh chili peppers to the chickpea mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Egyptian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Caramelized Onion Koshari Bowls, Koshari, Egyptian cuisine, vegetarian recipes