Lentil Patties - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup red lentil
1/2 stalk celery, chopped finely
1 small carrot, chopped finely
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups stale breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons plain flour
1 egg, beaten lightly
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon oil

Preparation

Combine lentils, celery, carrot, water and spices in large saucepan.
Bring to boil; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes or until mixture thickens; cool.
Stir in half of the breadcrumbs.
Shape mixture into patties (makes about 8); toss in flour.
Dip in egg, then in combined remaining breadcrumbs and parsley.
(Can be made one day ahead at this stage and refrigerated, covered, or frozen for up to 6 months).
Heat oil in large non-stick frypan; cook patties until well browned both sides. Drain on absorbent paper and serve as desired.