Boil the lentils
Rinse the red lentils thoroughly and boil them in 3 cups (about 600 ml) of water.
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Mercimek Köftesi – Turkish Red Lentil Kofte Recipe
A teatime favourite: meat-free red lentil and bulgur patties with spring onions and parsley.
Prep 30 minCook 20 minTotal 50 minServings 6Difficulty Easy
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Steep the bulgur
Take the pan off the heat before all the water is absorbed, stir in the bulgur, cover with the lid and leave to steep.
Fry onion with tomato paste
Fry the onion in oil with tomato paste and add it to the mixture.
Add the greens
Chop the spring onions and parsley and mix them into the cooled mixture.
Shape and serve
Knead well, shape into patties and serve with lettuce.
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