Spicy Vegan Lentil Kebabs
This is my first time entering #steemit-ironchef by @progressivechef
I saw that the theme was lentils so since I'm vegan, I use lentils quite often. Today I wanted to do something I haven't done before. I made something to resemble Middle Eastern kebabs. I'm sure it isn't quite the same but they were really delicious and almost tasted like they were made of meat.
I ground the almost cooked lentils. I didn't want them too mushy so they would have some chewiness. I added a spice mix of cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, oregano, thyme, and salt. I added some ground tapioca, which I ground myself. It was not as fine as I wanted but it worked out anyway. I didn't have tapioca flour so I did this instead.
I also added cornmeal for a little extra binding, crunch and texture.
I really love garlic so I added two cloves of that as well.
I love spice and hot food so since I had some jalapenos lying around I added one to the mix. It really wasn't that spicy in the end.
I let it sit for a while and then I formed the kebabs on a skewer. They were placed in the oven brushed with oil and baked for about forty minutes.
I made a quick aioli with vegan mayo, curry powder and a little lemon juice, and since it wasn't spicy enough for me, I had to add a dab of hot sauce on top of it.
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I am so making these. Such a great idea! Thanks for the inspiration ;) Good luck in the contest!
That compliment means a lot to me, coming from you! Thank you @amy-goodrich
I forgot to verify so I am not in the contest. I appreciate the good luck wish all the same.
Hello my friend! I would like to first of all thank you a lot for entering Steemit iron chef! We are all so happy to have you among us!
Your entry is really very original and I like it so much!
Yes you did forget the proof photo...but your post is so wonderfully written that I'll accept and validate your entry!
Steem On!
I can't tell you how I appreciate that. Thank you @progressivechef !
Delicious! And great presentation, nice job! 😋
Thank you so much!
Great entry, good luck for contest
Thanks but I won't be eligible since I forgot to verify the entry haha. Newbie.
same thing happened to me lol
Looks like very tasty.Wish to eat.Thanks for your art.I like it.
Love the recipe!! Looks amazing :)
Cornmeal is good for sure.
This looks and sound sooo tasty, thank you for the great inspiration!!! I included your recipe to my 5 favorites of the week here https://steemit.com/food/@isshappy/iss-happy-s-5-favorite-vegan-steemit-recipes-of-the-week-3 ♥♥ Have a great weekend!
Oh that is soooo awesome. Thank you so much @isshappy!
Oh when it comes to lentils, I am in😍😍😍Looks fantasic 👌👌
Lentils are a vegan's best friend haha! Thanks @vegan.ninja
Haha yes indeed! Love them, and addicted to chickpeas lately too!!!;)
ok I am making this tomorrow :).
If it is ok I will replay you back :)
Ha ha it's okay. Enjoy!
Ah I made it sooo bad. I can't take a photo.
But there are good news it is actually very tasty :)
Oh I am so happy you tried. Next time you will do it better. It happens to everyone.