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Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties

Crispy Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties That Wow Your Tastebuds

Discover how to make delicious Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties that are quick, nutritious, and perfect for impressing guests!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Peel and dice for even cooking.
  • 1 cup Red Lentils Rinse thoroughly before cooking.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor balance.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Can substitute with cayenne for more heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For frying to achieve a crispy outside.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • colander
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil 1 cup of red lentils in a pot with 3 cups of water over medium heat for about 15 minutes until tender. Drain and cool.
  2. Boil 2 medium sweet potatoes until fork-tender, roughly 10-15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
  3. Combine mashed sweet potatoes, cooled lentils, breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, and paprika in a bowl. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Shape the mixture into small patties, about 3 inches in diameter, and place them on parchment paper.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Let the patties rest for 10 minutes on a wire rack or paper towels to absorb excess oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pattyCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 360mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are thoroughly drained after boiling. Consider using fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.

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