LENTIL BURGERS - VEGETARIAN

Lentil Burgers - Vegetarian image

Provided by Jubes

Categories Grains

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 burger patties, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup red lentil
1 stick celery, chopped
1 large carrots or 2 small carrots, chopped
4 cups water
2 -4 teaspoons curry powder (Clive of India brand was suggested)
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (plain flour)
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
2 1/2 cups dried breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

Combine lentils, celery, carrot, water, curry powder in a pan and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for approx 20 minutes or until the mixture has thickened. Remove from heat and cool.
Stir in 2 cups of breadcrumbs.
Shape the mixture into 8 burger patties.
Toss them in the flour, dip in the egg white and cover with the remaining breadcrumbs.
Heat the oil in a non-stick pan. Add the burgers and cook until well browned on both sides.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve on a bun as a burger or as a meal with a salad on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.1, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 275.3, Carbohydrate 42.7, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 12