Curried Lentil Burgers
Makes 8
1C dried red lentils
2C water
1tsp curry powder
1pkt (65g) vegetable based soup mix
1Tbsp chopped parsley
1Tbsp ground cumin
2Tbsp wholemeal plain flour + extra
Grainy bread rolls, lettuce, tomato, cheese, etc., to serve
1. Rinse lentils and place in a saucepan with water. Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until all water is absorbed.
2. Mix together curry powder, soup mix, parsley, cumin & flour in a bowl and add lentils. Refrigerate the mixture overnight (or for at least an hour).
3. Shape into 8 patties and roll in some more wholemeal plain flour. Return to fridge for half an hour before frying for 4-5 minutes on each side.
4. Serve in grainy bread rolls (or at least low GI white bread rolls) with lettuce/baby spinach, tomato & cheese, or your favourite burger accompaniments.
(Adapted from: Cookery the Australian Way, 1998, Macmillan publishing)
