Rice Bean Patties with Spiced Lentil Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

Crispy deep-fried patties made from rice beans and spices, served with a creamy lentil dip for dipping. This Asian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs cooked rice beans, rice flour, cumin powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup, drained cooked rice beans
• 1/2 cup rice flour
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped cilantro
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup, cooked red lentils
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 1/4 tsp cumin powder
• 1/4 tsp garam masala
• to taste salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 cup drained cooked rice beans, 1/2 cup rice flour, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1/2 tsp chili powder, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.
2. Step 2: Divide the dough into 8 portions and shape each into a 1-inch thick patty.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 4 patties and cook for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
4. Step 4: For the dip, mash 1/2 cup cooked red lentils until smooth in a small bowl.
5. Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 tsp cumin powder, 1/4 tsp garam masala, and salt to taste until well combined.