Lentils are annual plants and grows only 16 inches (40 cm) tall. The majority of world production comes from Canada and India (=58%). Though lentil was domesticated in the Fertile Crescent of the Near East by 11 000 BCE, it has spread to Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and into India.
Makes 12 patties
Soaking time: 2 hours
Preheat the oven to 400F (200C) (gas 6)
1 1/2 cups (195 g) dried red lentils
2 minced organic garlic cloves
1 diced organic onion
3 small, grated organic carrots
1 Tbs. (15 g) organic tomato paste
chopped cilantro or parsley
black pepper
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or (just received one) a silicone mat.
2. Soak the lentils in enough water to cover above 2 inches (5 cm) for two hours.
3. Rinse and drain the lentils.
4. Place in a food processor the lentils and the rest of the ingredients. Mixture until the batter holds together.
5. Scoop out 1/4 cup (30 g) and shape into patties, about 1/2-inch (12 mm) thick.
6. Bake for 10 minutes on both sides until crispy.
7. Serve with your choices of (organic if possible):
- (grilled) tomatoes
- (homemade) pickles
- (homemade) pickled red onions
- portobello mushrooms
- sliced avocado
- roasted and sliced Brussels sprouts
- mango salsa
- baby spinach
- sliced apples
- fig jam
- (grilled) pineapple
- hummus
- marinara sauce
- (dairy-free) cheese
- (gluten-free) buns
- (homemade) mustard
- (vegan) mayonnaise
- (homemade) ketchup
- etc.
Try some of the other lentil or patty recipes.