Nutritious Lentil Rice Balls

Lentil balls are a great idea for lunch or dinner! Lentils are a very nutritious product containing a lot of protein; it can replace meat in our diet without harm to health.
cook time: 45 min
Freya Ashford
Nutritious Lentil Rice Balls

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

346
Calories
14g
Fat
42g
Carbs
11g
Protein

Ingredients (15 portions)

Basic:

Onion 2 pc
Garlic 2 clove
Salt to taste
Ground black pepper to taste
Nutmeg to taste
Rice (Boil in advance.) 1 cup
Vegetable oil (For frying.) 100 ml
Paprika to taste
Greenery to taste
Lentils 1.5 cup

Recipe instructions

Step 1

Step 1
Prepare the necessary products. Rinse the lentils well and cover with cold water, leave for 2-3 hours (preferably overnight). Boil the rice.

Step 2

Step 2
Transfer the lentils to the chopper bowl. Grind until smooth without lumps. Stir the mixture several times during the grinding process.

Step 3

Step 3
When the mixture has the desired consistency, add chopped onion and garlic into large pieces and chop everything together again.

Step 4

Step 4
Transfer the finished mixture into a container, add boiled rice, finely chopped herbs, season with spices and mix everything well.

Step 5

Step 5
Form the mixture into small balls and roll in cornmeal breading.

Step 6

Step 6
I pour vegetable oil into a frying pan, heat it up and carefully place the meatballs on the hot oil. Fry on both sides until golden brown.

Step 7

Step 7
Place the finished meatballs on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 8

Step 8
I transfer the meatballs to a plate, add gravy, sauce or sour cream to them and serve.

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