SOUTH INDIAN LENTIL CAKES WITH RAITA
At Philadelphia's Bindi, legumes and rice are soaked, ground with herbs and spices, then formed into patties and pan-fried to make these cakes.
Yield Makes 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- For raita:
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Cut top 1/2" off head of garlic; discard. Place garlic on a sheet of foil. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Wrap in foil. Roast until tender, about 45 minutes. Let cool. Squeeze cloves from skins, keeping cloves intact.
- Stir cumin in a small dry skillet over medium heat until deep brown, 2-3 minutes. Let cool. Finely grind in a spice mill.
- Mix yogurt, cucumber, cilantro, mint, jalapeño, and 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice in a medium bowl. Stir in cumin. Season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired.
- For lentil cakes:
- Rinse legumes; place in a medium bowl with rice. Add water to cover by 3". Let legumes and rice soak at room temperature for 3-5 hours.
- Drain legumes and rice; transfer to a food processor. Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeño. Process until grainy paste forms (add 1-2 tablespoons water if necessary). Transfer to a large bowl; mix in tendrils and next 6 ingredients.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Spoon 4 scant 1/4-cupfuls of batter into skillet, flattening with the back of a measuring cup into 1/4"-thick cakes. Reduce heat to medium; sauté until golden brown and cooked through, adding 1 more tablespoon oil when cakes are flipped, about 4-5 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining oil and batter. Divide raita among plates; top with a roasted garlic clove. Place 2 cakes on each plate.
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Dave Hourihan
[email protected]These lentil cakes are the perfect finger food for a party or potluck.
Delilah Harrison
[email protected]I'm allergic to lentils, but I was still able to enjoy these cakes by using a different type of bean.
Darren Engram
[email protected]These lentil cakes are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They're also a healthy and affordable meal.
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[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my lentil cakes turned out really bland. I think I might have forgotten to add the spices.
Chiebuka Kennedy
[email protected]These lentil cakes are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're a delicious and satisfying meal.
Lauren Cunningham
[email protected]These lentil cakes are a great way to use up leftover rice. I also like to add some chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
Diamond Lester
[email protected]I love the crispy texture of these lentil cakes. They're perfect for dipping in the raita.
Wahab zada
[email protected]These lentil cakes are a delicious and affordable meal. I'll definitely be making them again.
Computer and Technology 88
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook lentils. These cakes are a great addition to my repertoire.
Hanan Idlbe
[email protected]These lentil cakes are a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. My kids love them!
Samad Mahmud
[email protected]Overall, I enjoyed these lentil cakes. They're a healthy and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Rubel Falguni
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the lentil cakes to hold together. I think I might have overcooked the lentils.
WaliAhmed Wali Ahmed
[email protected]These lentil cakes were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll add some more liquid to the batter next time.
ALS
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but these cakes were surprisingly good. The spices and herbs really helped to mask the lentil flavor.
Comfort Omosor
[email protected]The raita is essential for this dish. It helps to balance out the richness of the lentil cakes and adds a refreshing touch.
Nasirkhan Khan
[email protected]These lentil cakes are a great way to use up leftover lentils. I also like to add some chopped vegetables to the batter for extra flavor and nutrition.
Saim Kayanii
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lentils, spices, and herbs all come together perfectly.
Haider shah Haider shah
[email protected]I've made these lentil cakes several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make and the results are always delicious.
Dragan Hrnjak
[email protected]These lentil cakes were a hit with my family! They were crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. The raita was the perfect accompaniment, adding a cooling and tangy contrast to the richness of the cakes.