Spiced Lentil & Sweet Potato Cakes 🥔✨

There’s something magical about turning humble ingredients into something truly delicious. These Spiced Lentil & Sweet Potato Cakes are golden, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside — packed with warmth from aromatic spices. They’re not just tasty; they’re healthy, satisfying, and perfect for a light lunch, snack, or even a quick dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (or oat flour for gluten-free)
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Olive oil, for frying

Instructions

1. In a pot, boil lentils in water for 10–12 minutes until soft but not mushy. Drain well.
2. In a large bowl, combine lentils, grated sweet potato, onion, garlic, cumin, turmeric, paprika, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix well and form into small patties.
4. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
5. Fry patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
6. Serve warm with yogurt dip or a fresh green salad.

Serving Ideas

• Tuck into a soft bun for a wholesome veggie burger.
• Serve as a party appetizer with tahini sauce.
• Enjoy alongside roasted vegetables for a cozy meal.

💡 Tip: Make a big batch and freeze them — they reheat beautifully for quick, no-fuss meals!