Chinese Lentil Pilaf
Our tested Smoked Lentil Pilaf: five-spice, generous, and balanced with chilli and sichuan...
The kind of Chinese plate you make on repeat. chilli and sichuan pepper, a proper sear, and a finish of fresh herbs.
Free to cook
Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the chilli and sichuan pepper elements, and pat the mushroom dry so it colours well.
Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the mixed mushrooms and sear until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.
Stir in the light soy sauce and the rest of the chilli and sichuan pepper flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.
Add the asparagus along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.
Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.
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