
Oatmeal and Lentil Meatballs in Green Broth
Ingredients
Instructions
Broth:
- Boil the green tomatoes in a pot over medium-low heat. If desired, add one or two serrano chilies for a spicy touch. When the tomatoes change color, remove from the heat and drain the water.
- Blend the tomatoes, garlic, onion, serrano chilie (if used), cilantro and salt to taste until a homogeneous sauce is obtained.
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, pour the green sauce and add one liter of water or vegetable broth. Add the chopped vegetables and season to taste.
- taste. Cover and cook over low heat until the sauce changes color and the vegetables reach the desired texture. Set aside.
Meatballs:
- In a bowl, place the cooked lentils along with the oat flour and a pinch of salt. Use a fork to mash the mixture and form a moldable dough.
- Add the chopped onion, cilantro, parsley and season to taste with pepper, garlic powder and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- With a spoon, take small portions of the mixture and form small balls with your hands.
- In a skillet with hot oil over medium heat, place the meatballs and move them occasionally to brown them evenly.
- Serve the broth in bowls, add the meatballs and garnish with chopped onion, avocado and lime to taste.
