These delicious and easy-to-make Lentil Fritters for toddlers are the perfect nutritious snack or lunchbox addition for your little one. Made with lentils, carrots and cheese and pan-fried for a crisp finish, they’re sure to be a hit with the whole family! Get the full recipe at Toddler Recipes Australia, your go-to resource for healthy, tasty recipes for toddlers.
General Information
- Servings: 4
- Keywords: Lentil Fritters, Peanut Allergy Friendly
- Calories: 500
- Protein: 14 g
- Carbs: 58 g
- Fats: 20 g
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups of cooked lentils
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1/2 onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt
Directions
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Preheat a skillet over a medium heat with the olive oil.
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Once heated, add the onion, garlic, and carrot and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
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Add the cooked lentils and spices and sauté for an additional 2 minutes until everything is combined and the spices are fragrant.
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Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before adding the cilantro, flour,ingredients and baking powder.
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Mix the yogurt into the mixture until everything is combined.
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Once combined, form 4-6 patties with the mixture and place on a plate.
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In the preheated skillet, cook each patty for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
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Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Recommended Sides
- Fresh green salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Baked potatoes
- Steamed rice
- Creamy avocado dip
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