Easy Brown Lentils [Video]
(A simple side dish)You’ll love this quick, easy and inexpensive vegetarian side dish that’s ready to eat in about half an hour. Use everyday ingredients for this simple recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 lb dried brown lentils
- 2 tsp olive oil
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 cup low sodium vegetable stock (can use chicken stock or water)
- 4 sprigs thyme tied with kitchen string (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp kosher salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Spread the lentils out on a baking sheet and quickly go through them to assure there’s no pebbles or other debris. Set aside.
- Heat a large saucepan over medium high heat and when the pan is hot, add the olive oil. Stir in the chopped onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until the onions are softened and slightly translucent.
- Add the lentils, broth, thyme, bay leaf and water. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a low simmer and cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the brown lentils from the heat and stir in the garlic, ketchup, worcestershire sauce, kosher salt and pepper. Taste for seasonings and adjust as necessary.