Lentils Sloppy Joes
Lentil Sloppy Joes can be served on hamburger buns or any preferred bread, making it a family-friendly and easy-to-make meal option.The dish is not only packed with essential nutrients and dietary fiber from lentils but also allows for endless customization.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried green or brown lentils
- 2 1/2 cup vegetable stock or water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp raw sugar or pancakesyrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Hamburger buns or preferred bread rolls
- Optional toppings: sliced pickles, shredded cabbage, avocado slices
Instructions
- Wash the lentils thoroughlyunder cold water and then drain them. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed lentils withvegetable broth or water. Once the liquid reaches aboiling point, lower the heat to a simmer. Cook the lentils for about 15-20 minutes or untilthey are tender but still hold their shape. Removeany extra liquid by draining and set the lentils aside.
- Ina separate large skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Include the chopped onion and sauté it for 2-3 minutes until it turns translucent.
- Combine the minced garlicand diced bell pepper into the mixture, stirring them together. Continue to sauté for another 2-3 minutesuntil the bell pepper is slightly softened.
- Add the cooked lentils to the skillet, stirring them with the onion and bell pepper mixture.
- Ina small bowl, whisk together the tomato paste, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar(or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the lentils and vegetables in the skillet. Mix everything thoroughly to ensure the lentils are coated with the sauce.
- Reducethe heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the Lentil Sloppy Joes simmer for5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or any preferred seasonings.
- To serve, spoon the Lentil Sloppy Joes onto hamburger buns or bread rolls. Add optional toppings such as sliced pickles, shredded cabbage, or avocado slices for added flavor and texture.