Perfect for Meatless Monday, or anytime that you want a protein-packed vegetarian recipe, vegetarian fritters are made with just 6 ingredients. Cook this plant-based recipe in ghee and serve them over salad, on a sandwich, or with chutney or ketchup. This is a vegan Indian recipe that's enjoyed by carnivores as well!
- 1 cup yellow split peas soaked for a minimum of 4 hours
- 1 onion medium, chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic peeled & chopped
- 1 handful cilantro
- 1 1/2 tsp cumin
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 2-3 tbsp ghee for cooking
-
Soak yellow split peas for a minimum of 4 hours. Drain and rinse.
-
Add all ingredients to a food processor and pulse until combined.
-
Heat 1 - 2 teaspoons of oil or ghee in a skillet. Scoop a spoonful of mixture into your hand and form into a loose ball. Add to pan and flatten with a spatula. Be careful not to overcrowd.
-
Cook until golden brown, approximately 3 minutes, flip and repeat until cooked on the other side. Serve with a yogurt sauce, in a pita or even atop a salad.