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SAVOURY PATTIES

Try these savoury patties, made with wholesome ingredients. They’re soft on the inside, lightly crisp on the outside, and perfect for meal prepping, snacking, or adding to bowls and salads.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 5

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 non stick fry pan
  • 1 serving platter

Ingredients
  

PATTY INGREDIENTS

  • 155g (3/4 cup) red lentils
  • 140g (1 packed cup) grated sweet potato
  • 125g (3/4 cup) finely diced brown onion
  • 155g (1/2 cup) finely chopped cilantro (packed)
  • 66g (1/2 cup) besan (chickpea) flour
  • 3 heaped teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt

DRESSING INGREDIENTS

CREAMY AVOCADO YOGHURT DRESING

  • 1 cup plant based unsweetened yoghurt
  • 1 medium ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (coriander)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon sweetening to balance flavour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for extra creaminess)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

COOK THE LENTILS

  • *Place the red lentils in a medium-large pot. Rinse under cold water until the water runs clear.
    *Add 2 cups water to cover the lentils, bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
    *Cook until the water has evaporated and the lentils are tender (about 20 minutes).
    *Fluff the cooked lentils with a fork and set aside to cool.

MAKE THE PATTIES

  • *In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled mashed lentils, sweet potato, onion, cilantro, besan flour, garlic powder, turmeric and salt.
    *Mix well to combine, then let the mixture rest for 5 minutes.
    *Heat a non-stick pan over low heat and add a drizzle of oil.
    *Drop tablespoons of the mixture into the pan and flatten gently with the back of the spoon.
    *Cover with a lid and steam-cook for about 5 minutes on each side, keeping the heat low to achieve a golden colour.
    *Remove the patties and place on a plate to rest before serving.

METHOD FOR DRESSING

  • *Place all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
    *Dilute with a little water for a thiner dressing.

SERVING IDEAS

  • *Serve with a side salad and a dollop of vegan yoghurt.
    *Use as burger patties or sandwich fillings.
    *Enjoy with tahini sauce, hummus, or a zesty lemon dressing.
    *Add to grain bowls for extra protein.