Lentils & Beans
Posted
Mon, 05/15/06
Last week I prepared Lentil Burgers, taking two existing recipes (combining black beans originally), and totally bashing it into my idea of a healthy vegan "burger."
Lentil Burgers
1 can (15 oz.) pinto beans, drained & mashed
Cook the lentils according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils and pinto beans. Mash into a smooth paste. (Tip: Use the bottom of a drinking glass to mash). Add the seasonings to taste. Add jalapeno and onion; mix well. Gradually add the crushed saltines; mix well. Add the egg and mix thoroughly. Shape the mixture into patties, coat with corn meal, and fry in an electric skillet lightly coated with canola oil. Cook until browned; remove patties and allow them to drain on paper towels. Serving Suggestions: Place cooked patties on whole wheat hamburger buns with lettuce and tomato.
When the mixture is complete, it almost resembles real ground beef. The cooked burgers were very good, with a strong bean flavor. My husband is not a health fanatic, but he humored me and ate two of them.
The next night we had leftover lentil burgers with country-style cream gravy, and a side green salad.
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