Korean Lentils Bulgogi (Gluten-Free)
A savory, sweet, and umami-packed vegan twist on classic Korean bulgogi, featuring protein-rich lentils and meaty shiitake mushrooms in a gluten-free sauce. Served with rice, broccoli, and kimchi for a complete, flavor-filled meal.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean Fusion
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons Toasted sesame oil
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons Brown sugar
1/4 cup Soy sauce (use gluten-free tamari)
1 teaspoon Crushed red chili pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper
8 ounces Shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 cup Green or brown lentils, cooked
2 cups Cooked basmati rice
2 cups Steamed broccoli
2 tablespoons Sliced green onions
1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
1 cup Vegan kimchi
Instructions
- Cook lentils according to package directions until tender. Drain if necessary.
- In a small bowl, whisk together toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, gluten-free soy sauce, red chili flakes, and black pepper to make the bulgogi sauce.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté until browned and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the cooked lentils and the prepared bulgogi sauce to the skillet with the mushrooms. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the lentils and mushrooms.
- Serve the lentil bulgogi mixture over fluffy basmati rice, alongside steamed broccoli. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve with vegan kimchi on the side.
Notes
- For a soy-free version, substitute coconut aminos for the gluten-free soy sauce.
- Leftovers store beautifully in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red chili pepper flakes to control the spice level to your liking.
- Ensure your soy sauce or tamari is certified gluten-free if you require a strictly gluten-free diet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups mixture with rice)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 15 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg