MERCIMEK KOFTESI (LENTIL BALLS)
Provided by Joan Nathan
Categories dinner, appetizer
Time 1h
Yield About 40 lentil balls, 8 to 10 appetizer servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the lentils, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil and then simmer uncovered over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are soft and have absorbed most of the water, about 10 minutes. Stir in the bulgur and remove from the heat. Cover and set aside until the bulgur is very soft, 15 to 20 minutes.
- In a small skillet over low heat, heat the oil and add the onion, sautéing until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the tomato and pepper pastes and mix well. Remove from the heat and cool. Add cumin, crushed red pepper and black pepper. Season with salt to taste.
- Add the onion mixture to the lentil mixture and toss to mix. Add the scallions and parsley, mixing gently. Line a platter or individual serving plates with lettuce leaves. With dampened hands, form the lentil mixture into oval walnut-size balls, placing them on top of the lettuce. Serve immediately, or cover lightly and refrigerate up to one hour.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 73, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 53 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
Veronica Cooper
cooper.v@yahoo.comThese lentil balls are a great budget-friendly meal.
Zaqa Hawleri
h87@hotmail.co.ukThese lentil balls freeze well, so you can make a big batch and freeze them for later.
LEGEND Official
official-legend@gmail.comThese lentil balls are a great way to use up leftover lentils.
md Mahin
md53@yahoo.comI love the versatility of these lentil balls. You can serve them as an appetizer, main course, or side dish.
Steve Maina
stevemaina65@gmail.comThese lentil balls are a great meatless option. They are packed with protein and fiber.
blu inthecity
blu87@aol.comI made these lentil balls for my kids and they loved them! They are a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.
Braylon Debozy
braylon.d99@hotmail.co.ukThese lentil balls were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.
Tara Clay
t.clay@yahoo.comI love these lentil balls! They are so healthy and filling. I often make them for lunch or dinner.
Sabina Akter
akter-sabina@hotmail.comThese lentil balls were easy to make and very tasty. I added a bit of extra cumin and coriander to give them a more flavorful kick.
strawberry playz
playz-strawberry24@yahoo.comI made these lentil balls for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again for my next party.
Savi Clement
savi15@hotmail.frThese lentil balls were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best lentil balls he's ever had.
Malaika Ayaz
mayaz90@yahoo.comI've never cooked with lentils before, but these lentil balls were surprisingly delicious! The texture was perfect and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making these again.
Mfundo Ndalo
ndalo.mfundo86@hotmail.comThese lentil balls were a hit with my family! They were easy to make and so flavorful. I loved the combination of lentils, herbs, and spices. I will definitely be making these again.