Oat and lentil balls

Ingredients for 4 servings:

• 120 g lentils, red
• 80 g oat flakes
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika powder
• ½ tsp curry powder
• ½ tsp cinnamon powder
• ½ tsp ginger powder
• ½ tsp vegetable stock powder
• 150 ml water, boiling
• 1 tbsp rapeseed oil
• salt and pepper
• Chili flakes, depending on the desired spiciness
• Oil for frying

Instructions

Working time approx. 5 minutes; Rest time approx. 15 minutes; Cooking/baking time approx. 10 minutes; Total time approx. 30 minutes

For the dry mix, combine the lentils, oats, and spices with an immersion blender on medium speed and process until smooth. Boil water, dissolve the vegetable stock powder, and stir it into the oat and lentil mixture. Let it swell for about 15 minutes, then form about 10 small balls. Heat oil in a pan, lightly press the balls, and fry for 5-7 minutes until crispy. Serve warm. Tip: The dry mix will keep in powder form (without water) in a sealable jar for several months.