Egg and Lentil Fried Rice

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the white rice and dried lentils under cold water.

2. 2

   In a pot, add the white rice, dried lentils, and 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice and lentils are cooked and water is absorbed. Set aside.

3. 3

   While the rice and lentils are cooking, dice the carrot and onion, and mince the garlic.

4. 4

   In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced carrots. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

5. 5

   Add the frozen peas to the pan and cook for another 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Push the vegetables to the side of the pan, and crack the eggs into the empty space. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked.

7. 7

   Add the cooked rice and lentils to the pan with the vegetables and eggs.

8. 8

   Pour the soy sauce over the mixture, add ground black pepper and salt to taste, and stir everything together until well combined and heated through.

9. 9

   Drizzle with remaining vegetable oil if needed and serve hot.