Homemade Lentil Burgers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups dried red lentils
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2 large garlic cloves, minced
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1 large shallot or 1 small onion, small dice (about ⅓ cup)
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⅓ cup grated carrots (about 3 small)
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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Neutral flavored cooking oil for pan frying (optional)
# Instructions:
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Pre-heat the oven to 400ºF. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
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Soak the lentils in enough water to cover by about 2 inches for two hours. Rinse and drain thoroughly.
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Add the drained lentils, garlic, shallot, carrot, tomato paste, cilantro, salt, and black pepper to a food processor. Pulse until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture holds together, scraping the sides of the canister as needed.
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Scoop out ¼ cup of the mixture at a time. Shape into patties, about ½ inch thick.
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Bake the patties for 10 minutes. Flip them over and bake for about 10 minutes more, or until crispy on both sides.
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Heat enough oil in a large nonstick skillet to reach about halfway up the sides of the patties. Cook the patties for about 4 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy. You may need to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
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Serve with a bun and desired toppings, a side salad, or oven roasted potatoes.
# Notes:
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These lentil patties can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days before cooking.