Lentil Protein Patties
These flavorful lentil patties are a hearty and nutritious plant-based option, perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner. Made with simple ingredients, they offer a satisfying texture and a savory taste that pairs well with salads or in a bun.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 35 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 436 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 1.5 cupbrown lentil, cooked and drained
- 0.5 pcsyellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 clovegarlic, minced
- 0.5 cupoat flour
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tspground cumin
- 0.5 tspsmoked paprika
- 0.75 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbspolive oil
Equipment
fork · large bowl · potato masher · non-stick skillet
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a large bowl, mash the cooked brown lentils with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but still retaining some texture.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Do not over-mash; a few whole lentils add to the texture.
- 2
Add the finely chopped yellow onion, minced garlic, oat flour, chopped fresh parsley, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the mashed lentils.
About 2 min
- 3
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined and the mixture can hold its shape.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: If the mixture seems too wet, add a little more oat flour, one tablespoon at a time.
- 4
Divide the lentil mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty, about 1-inch thick.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking while shaping the patties.
- 5
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 6
Carefully place the patties into the hot skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.
About 1 min
- 7
Cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
About 14 min
Cook’s note: Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
- 8
Serve the lentil patties warm.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 435.5kcal
- Protein
- 23.5g
- Carbs
- 69.5g
- Fat
- 8g
- Fibre
- 10.4g
- Sugar
- 2.7g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover lentil patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, or in a microwave.
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