Kosheri ( Lentils and Rice With a Tangy Tomato Sauce)

Ingredients

 * 1 1/3 cup(s) uncooked brown or white rice.
 * 2/3 lbs.lentils
 * 1 1/3 Tablespoon(s) vegetable oil, divided.
 * 2/3 Tablespoon crushed garlic.
 * 1 1/3 can(s) of tomato sauce.(16-ounce)
 * 1/3 cup(s) water.
 * 1/6 cup(s) vinegar.
 * 2/3 medium onion.

Directions

 * 1) Cook rice according to directions. Rinse lentils and put them in a pot, covering them with water and bring to a boil. Then simmer on a low heat until almost all water is absorbed and lentils are well cooked. Add extra water if longer time is needed. To make the sauce, first sauté the garlic in 1/2 of the oil until golden.
 * 2) Add all of the tomato sauce and simmer 10-15 minutes. Add water and vinegar and bring to a boil. Remove from heat immediately and add salt to taste. Finally, slice onion in thin, small pieces and sauté in the remaining half of the oil until brown and crispy.
 * 3) The dish should be arranged as a layer of lentils (on the bottom), followed by a layer of rice, then another layer of lentils and another layer of rice. Sprinkle the onions and the sauce on top before serving.