Several latkes on a plate with fresh herbs

Red Lentil Latkes

USDA SNAP-Ed Connection
Traditionally, latkes are pancakes made from potatoes, but these latkes also include lentils, cheese, and hot sauce. Flavorful and tasty, this dish makes a great weeknight meal. Enjoy it along with a side salad.

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup Red Lentils Dry
  • 1 Potato Medium, grated, peeling is optional
  • 1 Egg Large
  • 1 clove Garlic Finely minced
  • 2 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese
  • 1-2 dashes Hot Sauce
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • Black Pepper To taste
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Saucepan
  • Large Skillet

Instructions

  • Wash hands with soap and water.
  • Add the lentils to a medium saucepan and add water to cover by about an inch. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, remove the excess water from the potato: you can either squeeze it by the handful, or put the entire pile on a clean tea towel and wring it out.
  • Crack the egg in a medium bowl and beat it lightly. Add the potato, cooked lentils, garlic, green onion, and cheese and hot sauce if you're using them in a medium bowl. Add the salt and a good grinding of black pepper, and stir until combined.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add a generous drizzle of oil (1-2 Tablespoons). Working in batches, so as not to crowd the pan, add clumps of the potato-lentil mixture (about the size of a golf ball or slightly larger works well), and flatten each as soon as it's in the pan, making them about a half inch thick.
  • Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, until the latkes are deeply golden brown and cooked through. Add a little more oil to the pan for each additional batch. Serve immediately or keep the latkes warm in a 200°F oven for up to an hour.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Red Lentil Latkes
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
209
Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Cholesterol
 
43
mg
14
%
Sodium
 
206
mg
9
%
Potassium
 
460
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
 
23
g
8
%
Fiber
 
8
g
33
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
 
89
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
 
56
mg
6
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Black Pepper, Egg, Garlic, Olive Oil, Parmesan, Potato, Red Lentils