Fried Lentil Patties

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb lentils
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 3/4 cup canned tomatoes
• 1 1/2 oz butter
• 2 eggs
• salt and pepper to taste
• breadcrumbs for coating
• butter, vegetable butter, or oil for frying

Method

1. 1 Pick and wash lentils; boil in water to cover until absorbed.
2. 2 Add tomatoes and more water if needed; simmer until lentils are soft and puree-like (1 to 1.5 hours).
3. 3 Fry chopped onion in 1.5 oz butter; mix into lentils with salt and pepper.
4. 4 Cool lentil mixture, then mix with breadcrumbs and one beaten egg.
5. 5 Form into patties, roll in beaten egg and breadcrumbs, then fry in hot oil or butter until brown.
6. 6 Drain and serve.