Description
Delicious and nutritious lentil patties with a blend of sweet potato, garlic, and spices, offering a delightful flavor and crispy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 medium sweet potato, cooked and mashed
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine the cooked lentils and mashed sweet potato in a large bowl, ensuring a smooth blend.
- Add the breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined, using your hands if necessary.
- Shape the mixture into patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed cast iron skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Carefully place the patties in the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd them. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs for an elegant touch.
Notes
For added nutrition, incorporate seeds like chia or flaxseeds. You can customize the recipe by using crushed nuts instead of breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg