How do I ensure my lentil patties bind together properly?

If your lentil mixture feels too dry after cooling, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of chickpea flour and a little water to help bind the patties before shaping and frying.

Can I prepare the Indian-Spiced Red Lentil Patties in advance?

Yes, you can make the lentil patties ahead of time. Once cooked and cooled, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and gently reheat before assembling your sandwich.

What other vegetables can I add to this sandwich?

For extra crunch and freshness, consider adding thin slices of cucumber, tomato, or bell peppers to your sandwich along with the onions and lettuce.

What is amchur powder and what flavor does it add to the patties?

Amchur powder is dried mango powder, a common Indian spice that provides a distinctive tangy, slightly sour flavor, enhancing the overall spice profile of the lentil patties.

Can I grill this Indian-Spiced Red Lentil Patty Sandwich?

Absolutely! To grill, skip toasting the bread initially and use vegan cheese slices instead of sauce. Assemble the sandwich and grill until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

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Indian-Spiced Red Lentil Patty Sandwich
[Vegan]

PL By: Priya Lakshminarayan

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Priya Lakshminarayan is the owner of Cookilicious. She has been a vegetarian all her life... Read More

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A vibrant Indian-Spiced Red Lentil Patty Sandwich, featuring a golden-brown lentil patty, fresh lettuce, onion slices, and a creamy vegan cheese sauce, served on toasted bread.

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Ingredients You Need for Indian-Spiced Red Lentil Patty Sandwich [Vegan]

For the Patties:

1 cup red lentils
2 onions
1/2-inch piece ginger
3-4 garlic cloves
2-3 green chilis
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 tablespoon oil
Salt, as needed
1 cup spinach
1/2 cup cilantro
1 teaspoon amchur (mango) powder
2 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon coriander cumin powder
Oil, for frying
1-2 tablespoons chickpea flour (optional)

For the Sandwich:

4 slices of bread
Green chutney
Lettuce leaves, as required
A few slices of onion
Vegan cheese sauce, as desired

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How to Prepare Indian-Spiced Red Lentil Patty Sandwich [Vegan]

To Make the Patties

Soak the lentils for two hours. Strain and grind it coarsely. In a mixing bowl, add onions and ginger, garlic, and green chili paste. Add the coarsely ground lentils. Mix it all together.
Heat oil in a pan, and temper cumin seeds. Add the lentil mixture and fry it for 3-4 minutes. The mixture will dry up and leave the sides of the pan easily.
Remove from heat and let it cool a bit. In another mixing bowl, add onions, spinach, cilantro, amchur powder, chili powder, coriander, cumin powder, and salt. Mix and add the cooled down lentil mixture to it. Give it a good mix. Shape them into patties and shallow-fry them. If the mixture is too dry, add some chickpea flour and a little water to bind them.

To Make the Sandwich:

Toast the bread and add chutney, if desired. Place a patty over it and break it lightly. Spread it with your fingers to cover the bread. Place some onions over it. You can choose to add more vegetables here like cucumber, tomato, and bell peppers.
Add vegan cheese sauce on top. Place a lettuce leaf on top and cover it with another bread. You can also grill the sandwich at this point if you want. For that, you need not toast the bread at first and you can use cheese slices instead.