Lentil Meatballs With No Meat And A Surprise Center

Name: Lentil Meatballs With No Meat And A Surprise Center
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound green lentils; 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic; 4 tablespoons finely minced cilantro; 1 + teaspoon cumin (to taste); 2 tablespoons lemon zest; 1 eggs, lightly beaten; feta cheese(about 1/2 tsp for each fritter); 4 tablespoons panko/bread crumbs; olive oil; Greek yoghurt

Servings: persons

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["Rinse and check the lentils for foreign objects (like rocks!).", "Cook in enough water to cover the lentils by about an inch. Cook until very tender. 30 min to an hour depending on age of lentils, etc. Watch them carefully.", "Cook until very dry, stir with a wooden spoon.", "Mash completely with a wooden spoon. Don't make a smooth paste...you should see some whole lentils in the mix.", "Add the egg, garlic, cilantro, cumin, zest, and panko. Mix completely, taste , and add more cumin if needed.", "Form the ""dough"" into golf ball sized fritters. As you are forming the fritters, put a piece of feta (about 1/2 tsp) into each and form the fritter around the cheese center.", "Roll the fritters into panko that is in a dish or flat surfact and coat the entire fritter.", "Fry the fritters in olive oil that is about 1/2 inch deep. I use a high sided pan to minimize splatter of oil. Fry the fritters until all sides are golden browned.", "Serve with Greek yoghurt that is garnished with lemon zest and chopped cilantro. Or, use them instead of meatballs with a nice tomato sauce and pasta."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound green lentils, 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic, 4 tablespoons finely minced cilantro, 1 + teaspoon cumin (to taste), and more.

Yes, Lentil Meatballs With No Meat And A Surprise Center falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!