Persian Spiced Lentil Patties Recipe

Name: Persian Spiced Lentil Patties
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups red lentils; 3 shallots, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 red chile, finely chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon advieh seasoning (available from specialist Middle Eastern shops) or ras-el-hanout; 2 organic free-range eggs; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup medium matzo meal; olive oil, for shallow-frying

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups red lentils
3 shallots, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red chile, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 teaspoon advieh seasoning (available from specialist Middle Eastern shops) or ras-el-hanout
2 organic free-range eggs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup medium matzo meal
olive oil, for shallow-frying

1
Place the lentils in a glass bowl, cover with double the volume of water, and cook in the microwave on high for 30 minutes.
2
(Alternatively, simmer them gently in a pan over low heat until tender, topping up with water as necessary to stop them from drying out.)
3
Drain any excess liquid.
4
Set aside to cool.
5
Meanwhile, gently cook the shallots in the olive oil until soft but not colored.
6
Add the chile, cilantro and advieh and stir for a few minutes to coat the shallots in the herbs and spices.
7
Break the eggs into a large bowl and beat well with a fork.
8
Add the cooked shallots and the cooked lentils and mix thoroughly.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Stir in the matzo meal to bind and set aside to swell for about 10 minutes.
11
With wet hands, form the lentil mixture into golfball-sized balls and flatten slightly.
12
Cook the patties in the olive oil for 45 minutes on each side until golden.
13
Serve with homemade flatbread (or pita) and salad.
14
If necessary, these patties can be cooked in advance and reheated, either in the microwave on high for 2 minutes or on a baking sheet in a warm oven for 5 minutes.

195

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 1/2 cups red lentils, 3 shallots, finely chopped, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 red chile, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Persian Spiced Lentil Patties falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Persian Spiced Lentil Patties

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