Description
Savory golden crunch lentil cakes blend Mediterranean flavors with hearty protein-packed goodness. Crisp exterior and tender center invite you to savor each delightful bite of this wholesome culinary creation.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups dry red lentils
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Seasonings and Oils:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Rinse lentils and place in a saucepan with salt, covering with water. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat.
- Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring periodically, until lentils become tender. Drain thoroughly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium temperature. Sauté onions until translucent and softened.
- Add minced garlic and thyme, stirring briefly, then remove from heat source.
- Puree approximately two-thirds of the cooked lentils using an immersion or standard blender until achieving a mostly smooth consistency.
- Combine whole and pureed lentils in a mixing bowl with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, chopped parsley, flour, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well incorporated.
- Lightly oil hands to prevent sticking, then carefully form the mixture into uniform patties.
- Heat additional vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place patties and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until achieving a crisp, golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer cooked lentil cakes to paper towels to absorb excess oil, then serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Choose tender green or brown lentils for the best texture and easier mashing when creating these golden cakes.
- Toast breadcrumbs beforehand to enhance the crispy exterior and add extra depth of flavor to the lentil mixture.
- Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or sage to customize the taste profile and make the dish more interesting.
- For gluten-free options, replace wheat flour and breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg