Name: Spicy Lentil Tacos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Ingredients: 1 cup onion, diced; 2-3 tsp garlic, fresh, minced; 5 cups water; 1 cup lentils, uncooked; 1/2 cup brown rice, uncooked; 1 tbsp chili powder; 1 1/2 tsp cumin, ground; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp onion powder; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste

Spicy Lentil Tacos

A simple weeknight meal that is packed with authentic Mexican flavor.

Author: Dr. Rosane Oliveira
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 6-8 1x

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Ingredients

1 cup onion, diced
2–3 tsp garlic, fresh, minced
5 cups water
1 cup lentils, uncooked
1/2 cup brown rice, uncooked
1 tbsp chili powder
1 1/2 tsp cumin, ground
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste

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Instructions

In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic over medium heat, adding a drop or two of water if needed.
Add all remaining ingredients. Stir and simmer uncovered over medium-high heat. Stir often and turn off heat when rice and lentils are cooked.
Use as filler for hard or soft tacos, topping with your choice of fresh, plant-based ingredients.

Spicy Lentil Tacos