Save Savory protein-packed bites featuring red lentils crunchy peanuts Thai-inspired aromatics and a hint of lime are perfect as a snack appetizer or plant-based meal component.
When I first made these lentil bites for my family they disappeared in minutes—everyone loved the crunchy peanut texture and the punch of fresh Thai aromatics.
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Ingredients
- Lentils: 1 cup dried red lentils cooked with 2 cups water
- Aromatics: 2 cloves garlic minced 1 small shallot finely chopped 1-inch piece fresh ginger grated
- Vegetables: 1 small carrot grated 2 green onions finely sliced
- Binding & Flavor: 1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter 1 tablespoon soy sauce (gluten-free if needed) 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional for heat)
- Cooking: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying or brushing)
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Instructions
- Cook Lentils:
- Rinse lentils thoroughly and place in a saucepan with 2 cups water. Bring to a simmer cover and cook for 12
15 minutes until soft and water is absorbed. Cool slightly. - Prepare Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl combine cooked lentils garlic shallot ginger carrot green onions peanuts cilantro peanut butter soy sauce lime juice sesame oil cumin salt and chili flakes. Mix well until a sticky dough forms.
- Shape Bites:
- Using damp hands shape mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls (about 20 pieces) and gently flatten each into a bite-sized patty.
- Cook Patties:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the bites for 2
3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Alternatively bake on a parchment-lined tray at 400°F (200°C) brushing with oil for 12 15 minutes flipping halfway. - Serve:
- Serve warm with extra lime wedges or a sweet chili dipping sauce.
Save We often serve these bites at family gatherings as a fun hands-on appetizer and the kids enjoy getting involved in shaping them before cooking.
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Required Tools
Saucepan mixing bowl skillet or oven spatula and grater make prepping this recipe easy for any kitchen setup.
Allergen Information
Contains peanuts and soy. For gluten-free use gluten-free soy sauce. For nut-free substitute sunflower or pumpkin seeds and always check ingredient labels as allergies can vary.
Nutritional Information
Each bite contains about 65 calories 3 g total fat 6 g carbohydrates and 2 g protein making it a nutritious plant-based snack or appetizer.
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Enjoy these Thai Peanut Lentil Bites fresh from the pan or bake for a slightly lighter option perfect for school lunchboxes or parties.
