Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine walnuts, breadcrumbs, garlic, cumin, corander, pepper flakes, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor.
  2. Process until finely ground.
  3. Add the lentils and 1 Tablespoon oil; pluse until coarsely chopped.
  4. Some of the lentils should remain whole.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk egg.
  6. Add lentil mixture and stir well.
  7. Divide the lentil mixture into 4 equal size parts, and roll into balls.
  8. Flatten them into 3/4 inch patties.
  9. Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet.
  10. Add burgers and cook over medium low heat until crisp and browned, turning gently after 8 to 10 minutes.
  11. Cook another 8-10 minutes.
  12. Serve on buns as a sandwich, adding your favorite garnishes: tomatoes, pickles, lettuce, etc.
  13. Or, serve as a main dish with your favorite sauce.