Ingredients

  • 2 cups bok choy, sliced at 1/2-inch
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, finely sliced
  • 1 cup dry orzo pasta
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian bouillon
  • 12 teaspoon onion powder
  • 14 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 12 cup dried lentils
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • Warm olive oil in a large wok or frying pan.
  • Add garlic and ginger and saute until they begin changing color.
  • Stir in sugar and add bok choy.
  • Stir to coat.
  • Saute until slightly wilted.
  • Add tomato paste, soy sauce, green onion, bullion and spices and stir well.
  • Add 1 cup of water and orzo and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes, adding water as needed to prevent burning.
  • Stir in lentils and cook for another 10 minutes again adding water as needed to prevent burning.
  • I continue to cook until all water is evaporated and the orzo is to the desired tenderness.