Lentil Patties

Lentil Patties

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 tin lentils (rinsed well)
  • 1 cup of cooked potatoes
  • 1 cup of gluten free breadcrumbs
  • 1⁄4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1⁄4 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1⁄2 cup finely chopped almonds
  • 1 clove crushed garlic
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • Small bunch of fresh herbs e.g.: basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, parsley
  • Salt and pepper
  • Oil for frying

METHOD:

    1. Mash potatoes well
    2. Mix in lentils
    3. Add breadcrumbs, sesame and sunflower seeds, chopped almonds, onion and garlic.
    4. Finely chop the herbs and add to the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything together well.
    5. Divide into portions and form into patty shapes.
    6. Heat approx. 1cm of oil in a heavy frypan and fry the patties over a moderate heat for 5 minutes each side.
    7. Serve with a side of salad and hummus.