Egypt’s koshary is inscribed on UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage

The popular, low-cost dish, consisting mostly of rice, lentils, pasta and fried onions, is the 11th item inscribed on the list under Egypt’s name.

It’s vegan, high-calorie, doesn’t cost much and is popular with everyone: in Egypt, koshari is one of the most beloved dishes of local cuisine.

The UNESCO has now recognised the dish’s importance in Egyptian culture and tradition by inscribing it on the Intangible Cultural Heritage of…