Lentil balls with rice

Step-by-step preparation

Cooking time: 45 mins

1. STEP 1

   

   Prepare the necessary products. Rinse the lentils well and cover with cold water, leave for 2-3 hours (preferably overnight). Boil the rice.

2. STEP 2

   

   Transfer the lentils to the chopper bowl. Grind until smooth without lumps. Stir the mixture several times during the grinding process.

3. STEP 3

   

   When the mixture has the desired consistency, add chopped onion and garlic into large pieces and chop everything together again.

4. STEP 4

   

   Transfer the finished mixture into a container, add boiled rice, finely chopped herbs, season with spices and mix everything well.

5. STEP 5

   

   Form the mixture into small balls and roll in cornmeal breading.

6. STEP 6

   

   I pour vegetable oil into a frying pan, heat it up and carefully place the meatballs on the hot oil. Fry on both sides until golden brown.

7. STEP 7

   

   Place the finished meatballs on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

8. STEP 8

   

   I transfer the meatballs to a plate, add gravy, sauce or sour cream to them and serve.