Garlicky Rice and Peas

Ingredients (use vegan versions):

• 1/2 pkg frozen petite peas
• 2 cups instant brown rice
• 2-1/4 cups water
• 1 vegetable bouillon cube
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 bulb garlic, separated into cloves and each clove quartered
• 1 med onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup tamari
• 1 tablespoon tahini

Directions:

Microwave peas according to package directions. Meanwhile, bring water and salt to boil; stir in bouillon cube. Add rice; reduce heat to low; simmer for 10 min. While rice is simmering, saute garlic and onion in olive oil until softened and browned. Combine rice, peas and onion/garlic mixture; add tamari and tahini and stir. Serve immediately.

Serves: 4

Preparation time: 20 min