Description
Delightful protein-packed patties made from sweet potatoes and red lentils, seasoned with cumin and smoked paprika. Perfect for any meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the sweet potatoes: In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add the sweet potato cubes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
- Prepare the lentils: In a separate pot, cook the rinsed red lentils with 2 cups of water until tender, approximately 15 minutes. Drain any excess water.
- Sauté the aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Combine and mix: In a large bowl, blend the mashed sweet potatoes, cooked lentils, sautéed onion and garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- Form the patties: Using your hands, shape the mixture into patties of your desired size, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
- Cook the patties: Heat additional olive oil in the skillet. Carefully place the patties in the hot oil and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the skillet, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures!
Notes
Make-ahead options available; store mixture in the fridge for up to two days before frying. To bake, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and cook for 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg