Soak the lentils

• Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.
• Soak them in water for about 20 minutes, then drain well.

Make the lentil mixture

• Coarsely grind or mash the drained lentils, keeping a little texture.
• Mix in the onion, green chilli, ginger, garlic, coriander leaves, turmeric, cumin and salt.
• Add the gram flour and mix into a thick, scoopable mixture.

Shape the fritters

• With damp hands, take small portions of the mixture and flatten them into small patties.

Fry until golden

• Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Fry the fritters in batches until golden and crisp on both sides.
• Drain on paper and serve hot.