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Crispy sweet potato and red lentil patties served with dipping sauce.

Crispy Sweet Potato & Red Lentil Patties

These delightful patties combine sweet potatoes and red lentils, seasoned with aromatic spices, to create a crispy snack or appetizer that's both flavorful and nutritious.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegetarian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 cup red lentils (Rinsed)
  • 1 medium sweet potato (Grated)
  • 1 small onion (Finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (Minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)
  • splash olive oil (For pan-frying)
For the Sauce
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 2–3 tablespoons water (To thin the sauce)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by rinsing the red lentils under cold water. In a small pot, combine the lentils with 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until they’re tender, about 15 minutes. Drain any excess water and let them cool slightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated sweet potato, chopped onion, minced garlic, cooked lentils, cumin, paprika, ground coriander, and cilantro. Mix well.
  3. Add the flour to the mixture, combining everything until it holds together. If it’s too wet, add a little more flour.
Cooking
  1. Heat a splash of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Mold the mixture into small patties and fry them in the pan until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and let them drain on a paper towel.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. Blend avocado, fresh cilantro, garlic, lime juice, yogurt, and enough water to achieve your desired consistency.

Notes

Serve patties hot with the creamy avocado sauce. You can enhance the flavor with a pinch of chili flakes or fresh herbs like parsley.
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