🇪🇬Egyptian Koshari
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Description
Egypt's iconic national street food, Koshari is an extraordinarily satisfying vegan bowl layered with rice, brown lentils, and macaroni, topped with chickpeas and crispy deep-fried onions. Finished with a fiery spiced garlic-tomato sauce and a tangy garlic-vinegar cumin drizzle (Dakka), this dish offers a complex symphony of textures and flavors. It is a hearty, budget-friendly meal that showcases the vibrant culinary heritage of Cairo.
A Taste of History
Originating in 19th-century Egypt, Koshari was created by combining ingredients from Indian, Italian, and Middle Eastern culinary traditions into an affordable street food classic.
Prep Time
25 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Total Time
1 hour
Ingredients & Nutrition
440 kcal
Calories
15 g
Protein
10 g
Fat
74 g
Carbs
11 g
Fiber
6 g
Sugar
510 mg
Sodium
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