Lovely Lentil and Sweet Potato Nuggets
Jul 29th, 2008 by Christine
These lentil nuggets are easy to make and make a very nutritious finger food for babies feeding themselves. Lentils are an excellent source of protein, calcium, vitamins and iron and this dish is a unique and interesting way to include them in your baby’s menu!
To Make Baby’s Lentil and Sweet Potato Nuggets You Will Need…
4oz (1/2 cup) cooked red lentils, thoroughly drained
2oz (1/4 cup) cooked sweet potato, mashed
2 egg yolks
1 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped finely
pinch freshly ground black pepper
flour
whole wheat breadcrumbs
olive oil
Combine the lentils and sweet potato in a bowl and mash together thoroughly.
Stir in one egg yolk, butter, garlic and parsley.
Form into nugget shapes and chill for 20 minutes.
Beat the second egg yolk. Dip each nugget into flour, then into the egg yolk and finally into the breadcrumbs, making sure they are well coated.
Fry in olive oil until golden brown on all sides, then cool and serve.
Mmm – healthy nuggets that taste delicious!
More lentil baby food ideas here!
