This meatless meal is a family favorite! You will enjoy all the wonderful flavors of a Sloppy Joe, even the texture, without the meat. It's fast and cheap to make!
1cupcrushed walnutspulse walnuts in food processor
1cupbrown lentils
1cupbrown rice
4cupswater
1/4cup ketchupI use Organicville
2tbsptamarior low-sodium soy sauce
2tbsppure maple syrup
1tbspvegan Worcestershire sauceI use Annie's brand
1tspgarlic powder
1tsponion powder
salt and pepper
Instructions
Heat a dutch oven over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Add onion and bell pepper. If they begin to stick, add a tbsp of water to the pan to keep them from sticking. Once the onion and pepper has cooked (about 5 minutes) add the rest of the ingredients to the pot.
Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 35 minutes. Let the mixture rest for a good 10-15 minutes before serving. You may think it has too much liquid, but the rice will absorb the liquid the longer it sits.
***Note: I will often times make this in the morning or early afternoon, then let it sit on the stove until dinner time. Then reheat and serve.