Spicy Jordanian Lentil Patties (كبة العدس الحارة)
كبة العدس الحارة (Spicy Jordanian Lentil Patties) is a popular dish in Jordanian cuisine, known for its delicious blend of spices and hearty lentils. These patties are perfect as a main dish or as a filling for sandwiches and wraps.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried red lentils
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils and place them in a pot with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the lentils are soft. Drain any excess water.
- In a large bowl, mash the cooked lentils with a fork or potato masher.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, chopped parsley, and salt to the mashed lentils. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
- Form the lentil mixture into patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the lentil patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the patties from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the spicy Jordanian lentil patties hot with your favorite dipping sauce or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Protein
- 8g
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Skillet Potato masher or fork
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the spicy Jordanian lentil patties with a side of tabbouleh salad and a dollop of yogurt sauce.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper to the lentil mixture. You can also customize the spices to suit your taste preferences.
Cost
$8