Thai Lemongrass Lentil Stir-Fry Recipe

Thai cuisine · 522 calories

About this recipe

A fragrant and protein-packed stir-fry featuring lentils, lemongrass, and seasonal vegetables, served with steamed rice for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg Rice
  • 250 g French Beans
  • 500g Lemongrass
  • 100 g Garlic
  • loose Ginger
  • - Red Chilli Powder
  • 90 g Dark Soy Sauce
  • 200 ml Mustard Oil
  • 100 g Salt
  • 1 l Soyabean Oil

Instructions

  1. 1. Wash and soak the red lentils in water for 20 minutes, then drain.
  2. 2. Cook the rice with 300ml water until fluffy, and set aside.
  3. 3. Finely chop the garlic, ginger, and lemongrass, ensuring a fragrant base.
  4. 4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and sauté garlic, ginger, and lemongrass for 1 minute.
  5. 5. Add the soaked lentils and stir for 2 minutes to coat them with flavors.
  6. 6. Add chopped carrots and green beans, cooking for 5 minutes until tender.
  7. 7. Mix soy sauce, chili flakes, and salt, then pour it over the stir-fry.
  8. 8. Stir everything well and let it cook for another 5 minutes on medium heat.
  9. 9. Plate the rice and serve the lentil stir-fry on top or alongside.
  10. 10. Garnish with extra chili flakes if desired before serving.