Description
Discover the flavorful recipe for Egyptian Koshari Bowls, a delicious and hearty dish that combines lentils, rice, macaroni, and chickpeas, topped with crispy onions and a tangy tomato sauce.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups brown lentils, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the brown lentils and 4 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water (or broth). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until golden brown and crispy, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
- In a small saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt and pepper to taste. Heat over low until warmed through.
- To assemble the bowls, layer the lentils, rice, macaroni, and chickpeas in each bowl. Top with the crispy onions and drizzle with the tomato sauce mixture. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice over the assembled bowls before serving.
- You can customize the protein by adding grilled chicken or sautéed vegetables for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Egyptian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: varies
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Egyptian Koshari Bowls, Koshari, Egyptian cuisine, vegetarian recipe