Red Lentil And Potato Fritters

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup dry red lentils
• 1 medium potato, grated (about 1/2 pound)
• 1 large egg
• 1 garlic clove, finely sliced
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1-2 dashes hot sauce (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Black pepper (to taste, optional)
• 2 tablespoons canola oil (or olive oil)

Method

1. 1 Add lentils to a saucepan with water to cover by an inch. Boil, then simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. 2 Remove excess water from the grated potato by squeezing it handfuls or wringing it in a clean tea towel.
3. 3 Beat the egg in a bowl. Add potato, lentils, garlic, cheese, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined.
4. 4 Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add golf ball-sized clumps of mixture, flattening to 1/2 inch thick. Cook in batches.
5. 5 Cook 4-5 minutes per side until deeply golden brown. Serve immediately or keep warm in a 200°F oven for up to an hour.