Golden Sweet Potato And Lentil Patties Recipe

About this recipe

These crispy, golden patties combine nutrient-rich sweet potatoes with protein-packed lentils, spiced perfectly for a comforting snack.

Ingredients

• 1 kg Sweet Potato
• 500 g Onion
• 100 g Coriander Leaves
• 250g Green Chilli
• 100 g Garlic
• 50 g Cumin Powder
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Rice Flour
• 100 g Salt

Instructions

1. 1. Wash and peel the sweet potato, then boil until soft and mash it finely.
2. 2. Rinse the red lentils and cook them until tender, draining any excess water.
3. 3. Finely chop the onion, coriander leaves, green chilies, and garlic cloves.
4. 4. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potato, cooked lentils, chopped vegetables, and spices.
5. 5. Add rice flour to the mixture and knead until it forms a firm dough-like consistency.
6. 6. Shape the mixture into small patties, ensuring they are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
7. 7. Heat a skillet with vegetable oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
8. 8. Carefully place the patties on the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
9. 9. Remove the patties from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
10. 10. Serve the patties warm with a side of mint chutney or tamarind sauce.