Korean Lentils

Ingredients

For the sauce:

▢2 cups water

▢¼ 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

▢½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

For the Lentils:

▢1 tablespoon light oil, (such as canola, vegetable, or peanut oil)

▢½ yellow onion,, chopped

▢1 cup red lentils

▢2 green onions,, chopped

▢1 tablespoon sesame seeds

▢Cooked rice for serving

Directions

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.