Pumpkin And Lentil Fritters Recipe

Delight your taste buds with these vibrant Pumpkin & Lentil Fritters! A healthy and flavorful vegetarian brunch or lunch option, these fritters are packed with garlic, leeks, and fresh tarragon. Easily customizable – adjust the garlic to your liking! Inspired by a recipe from the April 2005 issue of 'Table: Easy Family Food and Healthy Living'.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 363.1 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 2.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin And Lentil Fritters

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How to Make Pumpkin And Lentil Fritters

  1. Cook 1 lb pumpkin cubes in a large pot of boiling water for 10-15 minutes, until tender. Drain well, return to the pot, and mash thoroughly.
  2. Remove and discard the tough outer leaves of 1 large leek. Wash remaining leaves thoroughly, pat dry with a paper towel, and finely chop.
  3. Peel and finely mince 2-4 cloves garlic (adjust to taste).
  4. Thoroughly drain 1 cup cooked green lentils.
  5. Finely chop 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic and chopped leek until softened, about 5 minutes.
  7. Transfer the garlic and leek to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  8. In a large bowl, combine the mashed pumpkin, drained lentils, sautéed leeks and garlic, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 large egg, and chopped tarragon. Mix until well combined.
  9. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same sauté pan over medium heat.
  10. Add 1/4 cup of the pumpkin and lentil batter to the pan for each fritter and flatten slightly with a spatula.
  11. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  12. You should get approximately 8 fritters from this recipe.
  13. Drain the fritters on a plate lined with paper towels. Keep warm in a 120°C (250°F) oven if not serving immediately.
  14. Serve hot with tzatziki or your favorite chutney and a fresh salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

12g

Carbs

14g