Savory Red Lentil Pancakes
Savory red lentil pancakes are a wholesome and flavorful dish perfect for any meal of the day. Bursting with protein and fiber, these vibrant pancakes are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve them warm with yogurt or salsa for a delightful treat that will impress both family and friends. Enjoy the comforting texture and rich taste of these pancakes, making them a staple in your healthy eating repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (8 pancakes) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried red lentils
- 3 cups water
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, boil lentils in 3 cups of water over medium heat. Reduce to low and simmer for 15 minutes until soft.
- While lentils cook, sauté chopped onion in olive oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic for the last minute.
- Drain excess water from lentils if needed. Blend cooked lentils with sautéed onion, garlic, and cumin powder until slightly chunky.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and grease lightly with oil or butter. Pour half a cup of batter per pancake; cook until bubbles form (3-4 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown (2-3 minutes).
- Serve warm topped with yogurt or your preferred sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg