Description
A creative twist on traditional Egyptian koshari, this spaghetti dish combines chickpeas, lentils, and a spicy tomato sauce for a hearty and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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- 500 gm of spaghetti, cooked al dente
- 2 small onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) of ghee
- 400 grams of chickpeas, cooked
- 150 grams of brown lentils, cooked
For the sauce:
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) of olive oil
- 5 heaped tbsp (75 ml) of tomato paste
- 2 leveled tbsp (30 ml) of all-purpose flour
- 5-7 cloves of garlic, sliced, depending on the strength
- 1 1/2 tsp of chili powder
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) of vinegar
- 1 tsp of cumin powder
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) of brown sugar
- 5-6 cups (1.2 - 1.44 L) of water, depending on your preferred sauce thickness
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Begin with the sauce. Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the flour and tomato paste, whisking constantly until combined into a smooth paste.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional minute until the mixture begins to thicken.
- Add the vinegar and minced garlic to the sauce, stirring well to combine. Season with salt and chili powder to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a separate pan, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti, chickpeas, and lentils. Pour the tomato sauce over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Top with the fried onions before serving. Serve warm and enjoy your koshari-inspired spaghetti.
Notes
- For a more authentic experience, add extra lentils and fried onions as toppings.
- Adjust the chili powder to your spice preference.
- This dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Egyptian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Carbohydrates: 85 grams
- Fiber: 12 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg