Lentil Burgers - Vegetarian |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This recipe is from the back of the packet of McKenzies Red Lentils that I recently purchased.Can be served as a burger on a bun or with a salad on the side as a meal. Cooking/prep time does not include time for cooling. As yet untried by me Ingredients:
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 |
Directions:
1. 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.
2. Stir in 2 cups of breadcrumbs.
3. Shape the mixture into 8 burger patties.
4. Toss them in the flour, dip in the egg white and cover with the remaining breadcrumbs.
5. Heat the oil in a non-stick pan. Add the burgers and cook until well browned on both sides.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve on a bun as a burger or as a meal with a salad on the side.
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