31/07/2026
Episode 5 of my Second Servings series. I went into this one sceptical and came out impressed.👇🏻
(Over the next few weeks I'm sharing some of my favourite viral reaction reels. Because they deserve more airtime but I'm a little preoccupied in my newborn bubble.)
Lentil sheet-pan pancakes 🥞
Thank you Nisha Melvani for a great one!
The only tweak I’d consider is adding 1 egg to the batter for a bit more structure and lightness. Obviously that makes it no longer suitable for vegans, but it’s optional rather than essential.
The other thing to note is fat content. The base recipe is quite low, so I’d serve these with something alongside. Greek yoghurt, a spoon of nut butter helps round them out and makes them more satisfying.
Ingredients (3 servings)
1 cup split red lentils, soaked (190g)
1 cup rolled oats (90g)
1 large banana
1¼ cups unsweetened milk (300ml)
1 tbsp baking powder
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Ceylon cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
2-3 Medjool dates, pitted
Optional toppings: berries, apple, nuts, seeds, dark chocolate
Optional tweaks: 1 egg, Greek yoghurt, nut butter or butter to serve
Method
Soak lentils in boiling water for 30 minutes, then drain and rinse
Blend all ingredients until completely smooth
Pour into a lined or greased sheet pan, about 1½ inches deep
Add toppings lightly
Bake at 180°C for 35-40 minutes until set
Cool slightly, slice, and serve
High fibre, good plant protein, steady energy. Add a fat source when serving and it becomes a far more balanced plate.
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