Hamada's Authentic Egyptian Kusherie

Experience the irresistible charm of Hamada's Authentic Egyptian Kusherie, a beloved comfort food that captures the heart of Egyptian cuisine. This hearty, plant-based dish masterfully layers fluffy white rice, tender brown lentils, and small elbow pasta, all topped with velvety spiced tomato sauce and finished with crispy golden fried onions for the ultimate texture and flavor contrast. A handful of chickpeas adds a protein-packed boost, while aromatic garlic, ground cumin, and coriander infuse the sauce with vibrant, warm flavors. Perfect for a family dinner or cultural celebration, this kusherie recipe is easy to customize for spice lovers with a dash of red chili flakes. Ready in just over an hour, Hamada's Kusherie offers an authentic taste of Egypt, making it a must-try for lovers of Middle Eastern cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup White rice
• 1 cup Brown lentils
• 1 cup Small elbow pasta
• 1 cup Chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 2 cups Tomatoes (diced or crushed)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
• 2 tablespoons White vinegar
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (for frying and cooking)
• 2 large Onions (thinly sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and soak the brown lentils for 20 minutes. Drain and transfer the lentils to a pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a separate pot, cook the white rice. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. Combine 1 cup of rice with 1.5 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 3

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and toss with a teaspoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and fry, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy (about 12-15 minutes). Place the crispy onions on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil, leaving a few tablespoons of oil in the pan for the sauce.

Step 5

In the same pan with the leftover oil, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, cumin, coriander, chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 10-12 minutes, letting the sauce thicken. Stir in the white vinegar and remove from heat.

Step 6

To assemble the kusherie, layer the cooked rice, lentils, pasta, and chickpeas on individual plates or in a serving dish. Top with the tomato sauce and a generous sprinkle of crispy fried onions.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy the authentic flavors of Egypt!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1712.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2410.9

Total Fat 72.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2781.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.5g	0%
Total Sugars 52.8g
Protein 81.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 381.3mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 3953.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.3%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 60.5%