Lentil Fritters with Yogurt Dip
These crispy lentil fritters are a perfect snack or appetizer, served with a tangy and creamy yogurt dip.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
- Plain yogurt - 1 cup
- Vegetable oil - For frying
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Coriander - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, finely chopped
- Red lentils - 1 cup, soaked overnight
Let's Get Started
- Drain the soaked lentils and blend in a food processor until a coarse paste forms.
- Mix the lentil paste, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Form the lentil mixture into small patties and fry until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
- To make the yogurt dip, mix the yogurt, lemon juice, and mint in a bowl.
- Serve the lentil fritters with the yogurt dip on the side.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Snack
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g