Sweet Potato and Lentil Burgers( Patties – Legume )

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INGREDIENTS:

• 1/2 cup brown lentils
  
• 2-3 cups water
  
• 1 carrot
  
• 500 g / 1.1 lb sweet potato, peeled
  
• 1 onion, finely diced
  
• 2 t soy sauce (or tamari)
  
• 1 T tahini
  
• 2 T finely chopped fresh coriander, chives or parsley
  
• Freshly ground black pepper
  
• 1 cup wheatgerm
  

METHOD:
Wash lentils thoroughly, cover with water and bring to the boil. Remove any foam that rises to the top and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until soft. Drain well.

Boil carrot and sweet potato until soft. Drain well and mash. Add onion, soy sauce, tahini, herbs and pepper.

Shape into round burgers and roll in wheatgerm. Place burgers on a tray and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Lightly oil a frying pan and heat until very hot, cook burgers on both sides until brown.

NOTES:
Serve alone, or with this Curry Silken Tofu Dressing