Budget Brown Rice and Lentil Stir-Fry
A quick and satisfying stir-fry of brown rice, lentils, and vegetables flavored with soy sauce and garlic, perfect for a budget-friendly meal.
5 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
4
Serves
380
Calories
Macros · per serving
14g protein
67g carbs
6g fat
Ingredients
For 4 servings
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 cup dried lentils
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups water
- salt — to taste
- black pepper — to taste
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the brown rice and lentils under cold water.
- 2
In a pot, combine rinsed brown rice, lentils, and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until both are tender.
- 3
Meanwhile, chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
- 4
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until onions become translucent, about 3 minutes.
- 5
Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the pan and cook for an additional 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Drain any excess water from the rice and lentils, then add them to the vegetable mixture in the pan.
- 7
Stir in soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste, mixing well to combine all flavors.
- 8
Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Serve hot.
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