Curried Lentil Patties

Delight your taste buds with these golden, crispy Curried Lentil Patties, a flavorful vegetarian recipe that's as nutritious as it is satisfying. Made with tender red lentils, aromatic spices like curry powder, cumin, and coriander, and a touch of fresh cilantro and lemon juice, these patties are packed with vibrant, warming flavors. The addition of grated carrot adds a subtle sweetness and extra nutrients, while breadcrumbs ensure each patty holds its shape perfectly. Quick to prepare and pan-fried to perfection, these patties make an excellent appetizer, snack, or main course. Serve them with your favorite chutney, tangy yogurt dip, or a crisp salad for a wholesome and delicious meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, these curried lentil patties are both irresistible and easy to customize for gluten-free or vegan diets!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Red lentils
• 2 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons Curry powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium Carrot, grated
• 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons Neutral oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the red lentils under cold running water until the water runs clear. Place the lentils in a saucepan with 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the lentils are soft and most of the water is absorbed. Drain any excess liquid and set the cooked lentils aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices, then remove the skillet from heat.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, sautéed spice mixture, grated carrot, breadcrumbs, chopped cilantro, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly using a spoon or your hands until the mixture holds together when pressed. If it's too wet, add a little more breadcrumbs.

Step 7

Shape the mixture into 12 evenly-sized patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of neutral oil for frying. Once the oil is hot, place a few patties in the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 9

Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp. Transfer the cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining patties, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 11

Serve the curried lentil patties warm with a side of chutney, yogurt dip, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1063.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1366.6

Total Fat 89.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3472.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 29.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 236.1mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 1354.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.7%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 34.9%