Szechuan Lentil Bake
A flavorful and spicy take on a traditional Chinese dish. Lentils are baked with aromatic spices and zesty Spanish sauce.
Ingredients
- β1 cup LentilsRed or green, rinsed and drained
- β2 tbsp Zesty Spanish SauceHomemade or store-bought
- β1 cup Bake mixGluten-free, store-bought
- β2 tsp Sesame oil
- β1 tsp GingerGrated
- β1 tsp GarlicMinced
- β1 tsp Soy sauce
- β1 tsp Sugar
- β1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
- β1/4 cup Green onionsChopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, mix together the lentils, bake mix, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sugar, and red pepper flakes.
- 3
Add the Zesty Spanish Sauce and mix until the lentils are well coated.
- 4
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
- 5
Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the top is lightly browned.
- 6
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.