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Spiced Egyptian Koshary Power Bowl

This hearty bowl combines lentils, rice, and pasta with a savory tomato sauce and aromatic spices for a traditional Egyptian comfort dish. It is a nutritious and satisfying plant-based dinner that brings authentic flavors to your home kitchen.

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HOW TO MAKE IT

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01

Boil the brown lentils in 3 cups of water for 20 minutes until tender, then drain and set aside.

02

Cook the rice according to package directions, while separately boiling the macaroni until al dente.

03

Fry the sliced onions in vegetable oil over medium heat until golden brown and crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.

04

In a small saucepan, combine the tomato sauce with 1 tablespoon of cumin and the coriander, simmering for 5 minutes.

05

Mix the remaining cumin into the cooked lentils for added flavor.

06

Assemble the bowls by layering the rice, macaroni, and lentils in each serving dish.

07

Top each portion with the spiced tomato sauce and a generous amount of crispy fried onions.

About This Recipe

This hearty bowl combines lentils, rice, and pasta with a savory tomato sauce and aromatic spices for a traditional Egyptian comfort dish. It is a nutritious and satisfying plant-based dinner that brings authentic flavors to your home kitchen.
Spiced Egyptian Koshary Power Bowl
Simple ingredients.
Big flavor.
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Chef's Tips

For the best flavor, use the oil left over from frying the onions to sauté a little extra garlic before adding the tomato sauce. Ensure you salt the water used to cook the pasta and rice to build flavor from the base up.
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Easy Substitutions

You can use chickpeas instead of lentils for a different texture, or swap the elbow macaroni for small shell pasta if preferred.
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Storage & Reheating

Store the components in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the grains and lentils together, keeping the crispy onions separate until serving to maintain their texture.
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