Lentil empanadas are a delicious, protein-rich, versatile, and nutritious option. From cooking the lentils to preparing the seasoned filling with onion, garlic, and pepper, each step brings unique flavors and textures. The final result, whether baked or fried, is a treat to enjoy at any time.
In a pot, cook the lentils until they are soft.
In a pan, sauté onions with salt.
Lentils are combined with onion, garlic, pepper, sesame seeds, and basil before sealing the empanadas with corn flour dough.
Lentil Empanadas
Ingredients
2 cups of Cooked lentils
½ Half a red bell pepper
2 Large onions
3 Garlic cloves
2 tablespoons of Sesame seeds
2 Fresh basil leaves
1 pinch of Salt
½ kilogram of Flour
Preparation
Step 1 : The lentils are boiled in a pot until soft.
Step 2 : In a skillet, sauté peeled and chopped onions with salt to taste.
Step 3 : Drain the lentils and combine them in the skillet with the sautéed onions, garlic, chopped pepper, sesame seeds, and basil.
Step 4 : Prepare the dough with corn flour, form small balls, flatten them, add the filling, and seal the empanadas.
Step 5 : Finally, bake or fry them.
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