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Yellow Lentil and Zucchini Patties Recipe finished dish

Yellow Lentil and Zucchini Patties Recipe

Recipe card for Yellow Lentil and Zucchini Patties Recipe.
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 7oz | 200g | 1 cup yellow lentils
  • 16fl oz | 450ml | 2 cups water
  • 7oz | 190g | 1 medium zucchini, grated
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 3oz | 85g | 1 cup almond meal
  • 6 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • About 10 olives, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Korean chili flakes gochugaru

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook Lentils: Place 7oz | 200g | 1 cup yellow lentils in a pot.
  2. Add 16fl oz | 450ml | 2 cups water and simmer for 30 minutes, until tender.
  3. Prepare Zucchini: Grate 1 medium zucchini and place it in a fine mesh sieve.
  4. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, mix, and set aside for 5 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  5. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Sauté 1 chopped onion in a pan for 3 minutes until translucent.
  6. Add 1 minced garlic clove and cook for an additional 1 minute.
  7. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, sautéed onion, and garlic.
  8. Mash the mixture lightly with a fork or potato masher.
  9. Add 3oz | 85g | 1 cup almond meal and grated zucchini.
  10. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, olives, black pepper, salt, and 1/2 tsp Korean chili flakes.
  11. Form Patties: Shape the lentil mixture into 2oz | 60-70g balls, then flatten into patties.
  12. Lightly oil a frying pan over medium heat.
  13. Cook Patties: Place the patties in the pan and cook with the lid on for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  14. Flip and cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes, still with the lid on.
  15. Serve: Enjoy the patties hot or cold with a side of dairy-free yogurt, salsa, or your favorite sauce.

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