Simple fried rice with lentils (vegan, gluten-free)
Fast, delicious and very filling food for every day. 30 minutes, a handful of rice, lentils, vegetables and a delicious Asian sauce turn the simple ingredients into an addictive dish. Perfect for every day and the whole family.
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 20 minutesminutes
Total Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 4Servings
Calories 433kcal
Ingredients
FOR THE RICE:
30mlFrying oil or other heat resistant oil
240gready cooked green lentils drained and well washed with cold water*....if you use uncooked lentils, finish cooking them beforehand according to package instructions.
185gRice, cooked I use whole grain basmati rice, for uncooked rice just take half and cook separately according to package instructions
250gmixed vegetableswashed and cut into small pieces e.g. broccoli, carrots, peppers, green onion, etc.
Cook rice according to package instructions or preferably precook (this saves time).
FOR THE SAUCE Mix all ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
32 g Peanut butter, 1 Garlic cloves, 1 Bird Eye Chili, 15 ml Sesame oil, 45 ml Tamari or another gluten-free soy sauce
Put a large pan on the stove and heat oil in it. Add in vegetables and garlic and fry over medium heat for about 10 minutes, until vegetables are soft but still crunchy.
30 ml Frying oil or other heat resistant oil, 250 g mixed vegetables, 2 Garlic cloves
Add rice and lentils and continue to fry until everything is nice and hot and well combined.
240 g ready cooked green lentils drained and well washed with cold water*., 185 g Rice, cooked
Pour the sauce over it and mix everything well once again.
Divide among plates, garnish with desired toppings and enjoy!
Black cumin seed, Fresh basil, Fresh coriander leaf
Lasts up to 5 days in the refrigerator or 1 month in the freezer. Ideally, heat in a steamer or in a pot after adding a little water.