Crispy Lentil Fritters Easy 30-Min High-Protein Dinner Recipe!
Ingredients
- Lentil1 cup
- Potato · peeled2
- Egg1
- Onion · grated1
- Garlic · grated3 cloves
- Ginger · grated½ inches
- Cumin1 tsp
- Cilantro½ tsp
- Paprika1 tsp
- Turmeric½ tsp
- Salt1 tsp
- Black pepper¼ tsp
- Sesame seed4 tbsp
- Parsley · chopped½ cups
- Breadcrumb⅓ cups
- Vegetable oil · for shallow frying
Instructions
- Put the lentils and potatoes in a small pot, cover with water by about 1 inch, and add a generous pinch of salt.
- Cook over medium-high heat for about 20 to 25 minutes, until tender. Drain well and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, mash the lentils and potatoes until mostly smooth. A food processor gives a smoother texture.
- Add the grated onion, garlic and ginger, then stir in the cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt and pepper.
- Add the sesame seeds, parsley, breadcrumbs and egg, and mix until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Shape into small patties about half an inch thick.
- Heat a thin layer of oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Move to a cooling rack and serve warm.
Summarized from Unicorns in the Kitchen's video. Watch it for the details.
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