Mercimek Köftesi (Red Lentil Balls)

Low fat, high fiber and vegan. Prepare up to a day in advance.

Servings: 10 -12

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Appetizer

All Year

Lentil

Instructions

1 Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot.
2 Add the onions and cook until soft. Add the tomato paste mixture, lentils and
salt, and stir well to keep the lentils from sticking to each other.
3 Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Add the bulgur, then turn down the heat and
simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils are very soft. Mix in the
green onions, and turn off the heat.
4 Add the parsley, spices and lemon juice. Taste and add more salt or spices to
taste.
5 Stir well and allow to cool, covered, to room temperature.
6 Shape the mixture into patties or balls, garnish with lemon wedges and
refrigerate for half an hour before serving.