Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or gluten free tamari)
  • 2-3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon light oil ((such as canola, vegetable, or peanut oil))
  • 1/2 yellow onion, (chopped)
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 2 green onions, (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Cooked rice for serving

Instruction

  • In a medium bow, mix together all the sauce ingredients.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the onion and sauté for a few minutes until the onion softens and begins to brown. Now add the lentils and the sauce. Cover and bring to a gentle simmer until the lentils are cooked and tender, and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Serve by spooning over rice, and garnishing with the green onions and sesame seeds.