Kushari - Egyptian Rice Lentils And Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Kushari - Egyptian Rice Lentils And Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g lentils, brown; 2 cups rice; 2 cups elbow macaroni; 1 cup oil; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 hot chili pepper, cleaned and chopped; 4 tomatoes, ripe and chopped; 1/2 cup water; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 1 teaspoon cumin, ground; 1 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1 onion, cut in rings

Servings: persons

500 g lentils, brown
2 cups rice
2 cups elbow macaroni
1 cup oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 hot chili pepper, cleaned and chopped
4 tomatoes, ripe and chopped
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon cumin, ground
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 onion, cut in rings

1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
Bring a pot of salted water to the boil and cook the macaroni. Drain and set aside.
5
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.
6
To serve the dish divide and layer ther lentils, then rice, then macaroni followed by the tomato sauce and fried onions.

1125

kcal

Calories

Fat

123

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g lentils, brown, 2 cups rice, 2 cups elbow macaroni, 1 cup oil, and more.

Yes, Kushari - Egyptian Rice Lentils And Tomatoes 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.

Kushari - Egyptian Rice Lentils And Tomatoes

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