Vegan Crispy Lentil Fritters

Vegan Crispy Lentil Fritters

 

Serves: 6-8 appetizer-sized servings

 

Ingredients

• 1 cup filtered water
• 1 cup split red lentils, picked through for stones and rinsed
• ½ medium onion, chopped (about ⅓ cup chopped onion)
• 8-10 sprigs chives, finely chopped (about 3 tbsp chopped chives)
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp pepper
• Oil for frying
• ¼ cup vegan mayo
• ¼ tsp chipotle powder

Instructions

1. Soak the rinsed split red lentils and water together for 1 hour. Transfer soaked red lentils, onions, chives, salt and pepper into a food processor and process until smooth. It may seem a little watery but don't worry, it'll fry up beautifully.
2. Preheat oil to 375F. Gently drop scant tablespoonfuls of the lentil batter into the oil ( (I use a second spoon to gently push the batter so it doesn't splatter). Fry 3-4 spoonfuls at a time turning occasionally until golden. Remove from oil and let drain on a paper-towel-lined platter.
3. To serve, whisk together mayo and chipotle and serve the fritters fresh with the sauce. Enjoy!