Going over to my father-in-law is always a ritual of sorts.

Instructions:

Crispy Onions:

1. Sprinkle onions with fine salt and dredge in flour. Shake off excess flour.
2. Heat cooking oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat.
3. Fry onion strips until caramelized and crispy, stirring frequently. Season with salt and pepper.

Koshari:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add lentils, rice, and coriander. Cook until warmed through.
2. In a large bowl, layer crispy onions, tomato sauce, macaroni, and chickpeas.
3. Top with the lentil-rice mixture.
4. Cover the bowl with a larger plate and invert to serve.

Enjoy your homemade Egyptian Koshari!