Asian-Spiced Red Lentil Fritters with Sesame Crunch

Author: Madly Delicious

These Asian-Spiced Red Lentil Fritters are crispy, flavorful, and packed with bold spices. Made with red lentils, Thai red curry paste, and herbs, they’re perfect as a snack, side dish, or protein-packed main!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Soaking Lentils 4

Total Time 4 25

Course Main Course, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine Asian-Inspired

Servings

Equipment

Food processor
Medium cookie scoop
Skillet for frying

Ingredients

1 cup dry red lentils
2 tbsp sriracha
2 tbsp Thai red curry paste (or tomato paste)
½-¾ cup basil or cilantro (or a mix), lightly packed
½ small white or yellow onion, cut into large chunks
2-3 green onions, roughly chopped
¼ cup sesame seeds (mixed black and white)
½ tsp salt, adjust as desired
¼ tsp black pepper, adjust as desired
Coconut for pan frying
Hummus or preferred dipping sauce (optional)

Instructions

Soak the Lentils: Place 1 cup of dry red lentils in a bowl, cover them with cold water, and soak for 4 hours. Drain the lentils, rinse then set aside.
Blend the Lentil Mixture: In a food processor, combine the soaked lentils, sriracha, Thai red curry paste (or tomato paste), basil or cilantro, onion chunks, and green onions. Pulse until the mixture is coarse but well combined, scraping down the sides as needed. It should not be a smooth paste—some texture is key!
Form the Fritters: Spread ¼ cup sesame seeds onto a plate. Using a medium cookie scoop, scoop out an oversized scoop of the lentil mixture. Press the bottom into the sesame seeds and gently flatten into a patty shape. Repeat with remaining mixture.
Fry the Fritters: Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the fritters in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Add more oil as needed between batches.
Serve & Enjoy: Transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with hummus or your favorite dipping sauce!

Notes

Storage

Store in an airtight container or resealable bag in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Reheating

Reheat in the oven or toaster oven for the best crispiness, or microwave for convenience.

Texture Tip

The mixture should be slightly coarse and wet but should hold its shape when forming into patties. If too loose, pulse a few more times in the food processor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 fritterCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 5.5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 190mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 260IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

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