Crispy Lentil Patties Better Than Meat 🌱🥙✨
These patties come together with simple pantry ingredients and fry up golden and crisp—the kind of comfort food that smells amazing and fills you up with warmth.
Ingredients 🛒
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Oil, for frying
Method 👩🍳
- Mix base: In a bowl, combine lentils, onion, garlic, parsley, and spices.
- Bind: Add egg and breadcrumbs. Mix until firm enough to shape. Adjust with more breadcrumbs if needed.
- Shape: Form mixture into patties.
- Fry: Heat oil in skillet. Fry patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with dips like yogurt sauce, tahini, or tuck into a bun with fresh veggies.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Add grated cheese into the mix for a melty surprise.
- Variation: Swap parsley for cilantro and add chili flakes for a spicier kick.
- Serving idea: Stack patties in pita bread with lettuce, tomato, and garlic sauce.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: ~30 minutes
- Kcal: ~140 per patty
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Crispy Lentil Patties—golden, hearty, and better than meat 🌱🥙✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you dip them in tahini or ketchup?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next meat-free meal.” • “Tag a friend who loves veggie comfort food.” • “Golden crisp, lentil-powered bliss.”