Lentilandsweetpotatorissoles Recipes

MOROCCAN SWEET POTATO LENTIL STEW

Steps:

• In a large ceramic/enamel-lined Dutch oven or similar stock pot, add the finely minced onion and carrot; sauté over medium heat until they begin to soften, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Add a tablespoon or so of water if the onions and carrots start to stick and/or to prevent burning.
• Add all the other the remaining ingredients to the Dutch oven, except the baby spinach and cilantro, bring to boil, then immediately lower to a simmer. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients.
• Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for 45 minutes. At 45 minutes, push the potatoes over to the side of the pot (as much as possible) and remove approximately one cup of the cooked lentils and place them in a wide bowl. Smash them with a fork or potato masher, then return to the pot. This will give the stew more varied texture.
• Test the flavors, add more spices (see recipes notes), if necessary, to achieve the level of flavor you desire. Add the baby spinach and cook for another 15 minutes.
• Discard the bay leaf.
• Top individual servings with freshly chopped cilantro.

LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO RISSOLES

Steps:

• Combine lentils and veggies in bowl.
• Use hands to blend in sweet potato, breadcrumbs and cumin. If dry add some water/unsweetened tomato sauce/home made salsa.
• Make into 8 balls and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
• Preheat oven to 200°C.
• Spray with a light oil and bake for 35 minute or until crisp and golden.
• Serve with salad, as a burger, or in a wrap.