LENTIL CROQUETTES

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These would be great for vegetarians to enjoy, with a green salad, at your next BBQ,. Red lentils are used for speed & convenience. Other lentils can be used but they will require soaking & precooking before use. This recipe comes from Classic Vegetarian Recipes, published by Parragon.

Provided by Rhiannon and Matt

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 croquettes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 cups split red lentils
1 green capsicum, finely chopped
1 red onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons lime juice
2 tablespoons unsalted peanuts, chopped
2 1/2 cups water (600ml)
1 egg, beaten
3 tablespoons plain flour
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan add the water & the first 9 ingredients.
  • Bring to the boil, then reduce heat & simmer for 30 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat & allow to cool slightly.
  • Beat in the egg and season with salt & pepper to taste, then leave to cool completely.
  • With floured hands, form the mixture into 8 oblong shapes (I found this to be the tricky part- shape between cupped hands & transfer from hand to hand).
  • Mix the flour, turmeric & chilli powder together on a small plate, then roll the croquettes in the spiced flour mixture to coat.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan (skillet) and cook the croquettes, in batches, for 10 mins, turning once, until crisp on both sides and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.1, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 46.4, Carbohydrate 47.2, Fiber 20.2, Sugar 3.3, Protein 19.2

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