Kusherie (Egyptian Rice And Lentils) Recipe

Name: Kusherie (Egyptian Rice And Lentils)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Rice and Lentils; 2 tablespoons oil; 1 1/4 cups lentils; 3 cups boiling water (or stock); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 dash pepper; 1 1/2 cups rice; 1 cup boiling water (or stock); Sauce; 3/4 cup tomato paste; 3 cups tomato juice (or tomato sauce or pureed tomatoes); 1 green pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup celery leaves, chopped; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or crushed chilis to taste); Browned Onions; 2 tablespoons oil; 3 onions, sliced; 4 garlic cloves, minced

Servings: persons

Rice and Lentils
2 tablespoons oil
1 1/4 cups lentils
3 cups boiling water (or stock)
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1 1/2 cups rice
1 cup boiling water (or stock)
Sauce
3/4 cup tomato paste
3 cups tomato juice (or tomato sauce or pureed tomatoes)
1 green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup celery leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or crushed chilis to taste)
Browned Onions
2 tablespoons oil
3 onions, sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced

1
In a large heavy saucepan over medium heat, brown lentils in 2 Tbsp oil, about 5 minutes, stirring often.
2
Add the 3 cups boiling stock and the salt and pepper.
3
Cook uncovered 10 minutes over medium heat.
4
Stir in the rice and 1 cup stock.
5
Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 25 minutes without stirring.
6
Meanwhile make sauce: Heat all the sauce ingredients together in a medium saucepan.
7
Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 20-30 minutes.
8
To make browned onions, heat oil in a small skillet.
9
Saute onions and garlic over medium heat till browned.
10
To serve, put rice lentil mixture on a platter, pour tomato sauce over and top with browned onions.

2833

kcal

Calories

256

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Rice and Lentils, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 1/4 cups lentils, 3 cups boiling water (or stock), and more.

Yes, Kusherie (Egyptian Rice And Lentils) falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kusherie (Egyptian Rice And Lentils)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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