Crispy Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties That Delight!
Enjoy the delicious experience of CRISPY SWEET POTATO & RED LENTIL PATTIES That Delight! These flavorful patties blend the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the hearty goodness of red lentils, creating a satisfying snack or meal option. Perfectly spiced and easy to make, they are ideal for gatherings, quick dinners, or meal prep. Serve them warm with a creamy avocado cilantro sauce for an irresistible combination. With their crispy exterior and tender interior, these patties are sure to impress your family and friends while keeping health in mind.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 8 patties 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 medium sweet potato
- 1 small onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Olive oil for frying
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- Salt to taste
- 2–3 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Cook the lentils in a saucepan with 2 cups of water for about 10–12 minutes until soft. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked lentils, grated sweet potato, chopped onion, minced garlic, spices, chopped cilantro, and flour. Mix well and let sit for 5–10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Form the mixture into small patties and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the avocado sauce, blend avocado, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, yogurt, salt, and water until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg