High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Gluten Free Garlic-Ginger Lentil Stir-Fry
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4 servings
For the lentils
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 2 ½ cups water
- ½ tsp salt
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp tamari
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
For the stir-fry
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (such as avocado oil or canola oil)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
For serving
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the rinsed lentils, water, and salt in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 18–20 minutes, until the lentils are just tender but still hold their shape. Drain through a colander and set aside.
- 2
While the lentils cook, whisk together the tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, honey, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set the sauce aside.
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