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Try SavoraElevated Koshari Degustation
A gourmet take on the classic Egyptian street food, Koshari. This recipe uses hand-made pasta, high-quality brown lentils, and a slow-simmered, spice-infused tomato reduction. Garnished with crispy onion dust and air-fried chickpeas for a modern textural experience.
Ingredients
- Hand-made pasta (or high-quality dried pasta)1 lb
- Brown lentils1 cup
- Basmati rice1 cup
- (15 oz) Chickpeas1 can
- whole Large onions3
- Canned crushed tomatoes28 oz
- Garlic4 cloves
- Cumin2 tsp
- Coriander1 tsp
- Chili powder1/2 tsp
- Turmeric1/2 tsp
- Olive oil3 tbsp
- Vegetable broth4 cups
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- White vinegar2 tbsp
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Prepare the lentils: Rinse the lentils and cook them in vegetable broth until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
Cook the rice: Rinse the rice and cook according to package directions. Set aside.
Prepare the tomato sauce: Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, cumin, coriander, chili powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour, for a richer flavor.
Prepare the onion dust: Thinly slice two onions. Toss with a little salt and air-fry until crispy and deeply browned. Let cool completely, then pulse in a food processor until it resembles a coarse dust.
Prepare the air-fried chickpeas: Toss the drained and rinsed chickpeas with a little olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin. Air-fry until crispy.
Fry the remaining onion: Thinly slice the remaining onion and fry in olive oil until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Cook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
Assemble the Koshari: In bowls, layer the rice, lentils, pasta, and tomato sauce. Top with crispy fried onions, air-fried chickpeas, and a generous sprinkle of onion dust. Drizzle with white vinegar to taste.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
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