Turkish Lentil Balls – Vegan Meze in Lettuce Leaves

About this recipe

Method

1. 1

   Rinse the lentils, add to a pot with water and boil until soft.

2. 2

   Just before removing from the heat, stir in the fine bulgur.

3. 3

   Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes until the bulgur absorbs the water.

4. 4

   In a separate pan, sauté the onion in olive oil until golden.

5. 5

   Add the tomato and pepper paste and cook for another couple of minutes.

6. 6

   Add the paste mixture to the lentil dough and knead thoroughly.

7. 7

   Add the parsley, spring onions, lemon juice, salt and black pepper.

8. 8

   Shape in your palm and serve in lettuce leaves.