# What You'll Need:
→ Patties
01 - 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
02 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
08 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
09 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
10 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or chickpea flour
11 - Olive oil, for pan-frying
→ Avocado Cilantro Sauce
12 - 1 ripe avocado
13 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
14 - 1 garlic clove
15 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
16 - 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
17 - Salt, to taste
18 - 2-3 tablespoons water
# Method:
01 - Place red lentils in a saucepan with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until lentils are soft and most water is absorbed. Drain excess water and let cool slightly.
02 - In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, grated sweet potato, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, pepper, cilantro, and flour. Mix thoroughly until mixture holds together. Let rest for 5-10 minutes to bind.
03 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Using damp hands, portion mixture and shape into small patties.
04 - Cook patties in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain.
05 - Combine avocado, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, yogurt, salt, and 2 tablespoons water in a blender. Blend until smooth, adding more water as needed for pourable consistency.
06 - Serve patties warm with avocado cilantro sauce for dipping or drizzling.
