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Green Lentil Meatballs Recipe
Green lentil meatballs are a practical snack prepared with healthy and delicious ingredients. It is shaped by kneading boiled lentils, onions and spices and gains a crispy texture in hot oil.
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Prep35 min
Cook25 min
DifficultyMedium
ServingsServes 9
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Ingredients
Scale:9servings
Ingredients
Green lentils
Egg
Medium sized onion
Cumin
Chili pepper
Corn flour
Oil
Garlic
Salt
Flour as needed
Step-by-Step Method
01
Boiling the Lentils
Boil the green lentils in hot water for about 20-25 minutes until they become soft.
02
Roasting the Onion and Garlic
Saute the chopped onion in 1 tea glass of oil, add the garlic and spices, fry for a short time and remove from the stove.
03
Crushing the Lentils
Puree the drained lentils in a deep bowl with your hand or a masher.
04
Preparing the Mixture
Add egg, corn flour and flour to the lentils little by little and obtain a soft, non-sticky dough.
05
Shaping Meatballs
Oil your hands and take walnut-sized pieces from the mortar and shape them as you wish.
06
Frying Process
Fry the meatballs in hot oil until both sides turn golden.
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