Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

lentils

dry measure

1 unit

onion

diced

3 unit

carrots

grated

0.75 cup

whole grain flour

approx

1 pinch

sea salt

1 tsp

coriander

1 tsp

cumin

0.25 tsp

cayenne pepper

1 pinch

black pepper

1.5 tsp

olive oil

Step 1
~4 min

Cook lentils in water until tender (approximately 30 minutes).

Step 2
~4 min

Dice the onion and grate the carrots.

Step 3
~4 min

Drain the cooked lentils and combine them in a bowl with the diced onion and grated carrots.

Step 4
~4 min

Mash the mixture slightly.

Step 5
~4 min

Add flour gradually until the mixture sticks together. Add a little water if needed.

Step 6
~4 min

Season with sea salt, coriander, cumin, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.

Step 7
~4 min

Stir the spices thoroughly into the mixture.

Step 8
~4 min

Form the lentil mixture into burger shapes with your hands.

Step 9
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 10
~4 min

Place the burgers in the heated pan.

Step 11
~4 min

Cook for about 10 minutes on the first side, then flip.

Step 12
~4 min

Cook for another 5-7 minutes on the second side until golden brown.

Step 13
~4 min

Keep the cooked burgers warm in a low-heated oven while cooking the remaining burgers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of flour depending on the moisture content of the lentils and carrots.

For a spicier burger, add more cayenne pepper.

Serve on a whole-wheat bun with your favorite toppings.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The lentil mixture can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Serve with sweet potato fries

Serve on a whole-wheat bun

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Unknown

Cultural Significance

Vegetarianism

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Casual Dining
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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