Egyptian Koshari Recipe

Name: Egyptian Koshari
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup brown lentils; 4 cups water; 3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice; 1 cup elbow macaroni; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 large onions, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (15.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

3/4 cup brown lentils
4 cups water
3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 cup elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 large onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
salt and pepper to taste

1
Combine the lentils and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat for 25 minutes. Add the rice to the lentils, and continue to simmer for an additional 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
2
Fill a separate saucepan with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain.
3
Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is lightly browned. Pour in the tomatoes and season with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 10 to 20 minutes.
4
In a large serving dish, stir together the lentils, rice and macaroni. Mix in the tomato sauce until evenly coated.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup brown lentils, 4 cups water, 3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice, 1 cup elbow macaroni, and more.

Yes, Egyptian Koshari falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Egyptian Koshari

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