Mercimek Köftesi (Turkish Red Lentil Patties)

Step 1 of 6Cook the lentils down

Put the rinsed lentils in a pan with the water and bring to a boil. Simmer half-covered for 20-25 minutes, stirring now and then and scraping the base, until the lentils have collapsed into a thick purée and almost no free liquid is left.