Description
Chunky Vegan Red Lentil Kofte (Vospov Kofte)
This yummy Middle Eastern vegan appetizer is filled with red lentils, bulgur, fresh herbs, sauteed onions, spices of cumin, paprika, and a zest of citrus flavor! The perfect balance to this dish is dunking your kofte in some olive oil and some spice and it hits the spot every time! What makes my recipe different from the rest is, its unique texture! Originally, Lentil Kofte is kneaded for a long period to form into a paste-like texture. I created mine into a chunky version (not pureed). Not only does it give a different taste, but it cuts the preparation time in half! Gives you more time to endure and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 2 cups Red Lentils (rinsed)
- 1/2 cup #1 Bulgur
- 2 medium-sized Onions
- 3/4 cup chopped Parsley
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 8 stems Green Onions (chopped)
- 2 cups Water
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Mild Pepper Paste
- 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste
- 2 Limes
- 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
- 3 1/2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- Allepo Pepper – For dipping
Instructions
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In a small saucepan, combine rinsed lentils, and 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Simmer on low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils have softened and have absorbed most of the water. Remove, strain, and squeeze any extra water that hasn’t been absorbed from lentils, and disregard.
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In a skillet, heat oil and add onions. Saute for 2 minutes on high fire until slightly browning starts. Mix in green onions and garlic and saute for another 2 minutes on medium fire.
Step 3: Add tomato paste, pepper paste, cumin, salt, and pepper combine on medium heat and cook for another minute. Combine cooked lentils and bulgur with your onion mixture and cover for 20 minutes.
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Add lemon juice, paprika, and parsley and combine. Cover and allow this to rest for another 10 minutes.
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Dampen your hands with cold water and form the mixture into a cylindrical Kofte shape. Once your Kofte platter has been designed, place it into the fridge and allow it to chill for an hour before serving. Serve with olive oil and Aleppo pepper or with some lettuce leaves and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 mintues
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stove-Top
- Cuisine: Armenian
Keywords: vegan, kofte, lentil kofte, chunky kofte, Armenian food
