Spiced Lentil Crunch Bites
Golden and crispy on the outside, tender and warmly spiced on the inside, these lentil bites are a satisfying plant based snack or appetizer that comes together quickly and delivers bold, comforting flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked brown lentils, drained well
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, lightly mash the cooked lentils with a fork. Stir in the onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and flour until a thick mixture forms.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, ensuring the surface is lightly coated.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and shape into small round balls or patties. Place them on a plate as you work.
- Place the shaped bites into the hot skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp.
- Transfer the cooked bites to a plate lined with paper towel to remove excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dip or sauce and enjoy.
Notes
- If the mixture feels too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before shaping.
- Make sure the lentils are well drained to prevent the bites from falling apart.
- For baking, cook at 400°F for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- You can substitute chickpea flour for a gluten free option.
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