Asian Lentil Lettuce Wraps

CategoryDinnerCuisineAsianCooking MethodStovetopDietary PreferenceDairy Free, Vegan

Yields4 Servings

1 cup green or brown lentils, picked over and rinsed, uncooked

3 cups water

1 tbsp olive oil

3/4 cup carrots, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp soy sauce, or to taste

1/4 cup green onions, sliced

2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

1. Heat water and lentils in a medium saucepan over high heat until boiling. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 1 more minute.

3. Add lentils and soy sauce. Stir continuously for about 2 minutes, adding 1 tablespoon of water at a time if the mixture is too dry.

4. Stir in green onions and cilantro. Remove from heat.

5. Place a few scoops of warm filling in a lettuce leaf. If your leaves are extra thin or tear easily, you can add a double layer. Repeat with remaining filling and leaves.