Whole Grain Penne Pasta
This recipe using whole grain penne pasta is really very easy. It is healthy and very tasty. When you want a quick lunch or dinner this recipe may come in handy. It is bound to be popular with kids, and it is a good way of introducing vegetables and spices to them.
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Mustard Seeds, Serrano Pepper, Urad Dahl
Whole Grain Penne Pasta
Print recipe| Serves | 1 - 2 |
| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Cook time | 10 minutes |
| Total time | 15 minutes |
| Allergy | Wheat |
| Dietary | Diabetic, Vegan, Vegetarian |
| Meal type | Lunch, Main Dish |
| Misc | Serve Hot |
| Region | Indian |
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole grain Penne Pasta
- 1 Bell Pepper (chopped)
- 1 Onion (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
- 1 teaspoon Urad dahl
- 1 teaspoon Saslt
- 1 Small Green Chili (Serrano Pepper) (make a small slit in it without slicing it)
- 4 tablespoons Olive, Avocado or Sesame Oil
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Cook the pasta according to package directions. | |
| Step 2 | |
| Place a medium non-stick wok or pan on medium heat. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Add oil. When oil is heated, add mustard seeds and urad dahl. | |
| Step 4 | |
| When mustard seeds crackle rapidly or the urad dahl is golden brown, add the green chili. Stir fry a little for about 30 seconds. | |
| Step 5 | |
| Add the bell pepper, onion and half a teaspoon salt. Stir fry and cook until the vegetable are glazed and slightly fried. | |
| Mix thoroughly. | |
| Step 6 | |
| Add the cooked Penne pasta to the wok or pan. Add the lemon juice and half a teaspoon salt. | |
| Step 7 | |
| Serve hot. | |
