Lentil Burgers - Vegetarian

• 1 cup red lentil
• 1 stick celery, chopped
• 1 large carrots or 2 small carrots, chopped
• 4 cups water
• 2 -4 teaspoons curry powder (Clive of India brand was suggested)
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (plain flour)
• 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
• 2 1/2 cups dried breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• salt and pepper

1. Combine lentils, celery, carrot, water, curry powder in a pan and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for approx 20 minutes or until the mixture has thickened. Remove from heat and cool.
2. Stir in 2 cups of breadcrumbs.
3. Shape the mixture into 8 burger patties.
4. Toss them in the flour, dip in the egg white and cover with the remaining breadcrumbs.
5. Heat the oil in a non-stick pan. Add the burgers and cook until well browned on both sides.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve on a bun as a burger or as a meal with a salad on the side.

red lentil, celery, carrots, water, allpurpose flour, egg whites, breadcrumbs, vegetable oil, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/lentil-burgers-vegetarian-384910 (may not work)