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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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I love the rich, nutty flavor of these delicious burgers. I don't think of them as an alternative to meat, but a tasty patty standing on it's own merits. It's delicious served with a creamy, mushroom sauce. Ingredients:
3/4 cup toasted walnuts |
1/3 cup dried breadcrumbs |
3 cloves of chopped garlic |
2 teaspoons ground cumin |
2 teaspoons ground coriander |
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes |
sea salt and pepper |
3/4 cup lentils, cooked,drained and cooled |
4 tablespoons olive oil |
1 large egg |
Directions:
1. Combine walnuts, breadcrumbs, garlic, cumin, corander, pepper flakes, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor.
2. Process until finely ground.
3. Add the lentils and 1 Tablespoon oil; pluse until coarsely chopped.
4. Some of the lentils should remain whole.
5. In a large bowl, whisk egg.
6. Add lentil mixture and stir well.
7. Divide the lentil mixture into 4 equal size parts, and roll into balls.
8. Flatten them into 3/4 inch patties.
9. Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet.
10. Add burgers and cook over medium low heat until crisp and browned, turning gently after 8 to 10 minutes.
11. Cook another 8-10 minutes.
12. Serve on buns as a sandwich, adding your favorite garnishes: tomatoes, pickles, lettuce, etc.
13. Or, serve as a main dish with your favorite sauce.
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