SPICED GREEN LENTIL SANDWICH

SERVES 8 SANDWICHES

1 cup green lentils

1 small potato, to equal about

1⁄2 cup mashed potato

1⁄2 cup chopped onion

1 carrot, finely chopped in a processor

3⁄4 cup old-fashioned oats

1⁄2 cup pepitas or sunflower seed kernels

1 tbsp hempseed, toasted in shell

1 cup breadcrumbs

4 tbsp tamari

1 tsp ground ginger

1 1⁄2 tsp smoked paprika

1⁄2 tsp salt

1⁄4 tsp ground black pepper

1 tbsp coconut oil

8 sandwich buns

NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Calories: 340kcal
Fat: 11.1g (6.9g S.Fat)
Carbs: 58.5g
Protein: 15.2g
Sugar: 24.2g
Sodium: 401mg

METHOD

In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups water and the lentils. Bring to a boil, covered. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 20 minutes. If there is any remaining liquid in the lentils, drain it off. Set aside the lentils.

Using a sharp knife, pierce the potato several times. Using a damp paper towel, wrap the item. Microwave on high for 4 minutes, or until the potato can be easily pinched. Peel and mash the potato thoroughly. Place aside.

In a skillet, heat 2 tbsp water over medium-high heat. Cook for 10 minutes after adding the onion. Take the pan off the heat.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lentils, potato, onion, and the remaining ingredients (excluding the oil and the buns). Combine thoroughly. Make eight patties the size of the sandwich buns.

In a frying pan, heat the oil and fry the lentil patties on each side without crowding.

Spread all your favourite condiments and toppings on the buns.

You can also freeze any leftover patties for future meals.