Lentil Meatballs

配料

1 cup cooked lentils (green or brown)

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 tablespoon ground flaxseed

3 tablespoons water

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

Olive oil for frying

步骤

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

In a small bowl, mix together the ground flaxseed and water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes thick and sticky.

Add the flaxseed mixture to the lentil mixture and mix well.

Roll the lentil mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

Heat a little bit of olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.

Fry the lentil meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side, until browned.

Transfer the lentil meatballs to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until firm and cooked through.

Serve with your favorite sauce and enjoy!

备注

Note: You can also freeze the lentil meatballs for later use. Just place them on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer them to a freezer bag. To reheat, simply bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes.