Freeze: Stack the tortillas with pieces of parchment paper between each one (to avoid sticking) and freeze in a Ziplock for 3-4 months.
Reheat: I recommend gently reheating a wrap either in the microwave or on the stovetop. You could also reheat a stack by placing them under foil in the oven for 8-10 minutes at 400F/205C.
horizontal shot of homemade lentil wraps
FAQs
Can I use canned lentils?
No, this lentil wrap recipe relies on dried red lentils. It won’t work with cooked lentils.
Are lentil tortillas pliable?
Yes, these wraps are very pliable and will work in any way a regular tortilla would. Just make sure they’re warm when using them; otherwise, they could tear/break.
Are red lentil wraps healthy?
Yes! But why? Along with being an excellent source of fiber (8 g per wrap), protein (7 grams of protein per wrap), and several essential micronutrients like iron, these lentil tortillas are also satiating to keep you feeling full for longer.
Compared to regular flour tortillas, these are far superior in both micro and macro content (and their lack of ‘empty calories’).
Can I speed up the soaking time?
You could ‘hack’ the soaking part by using boiling water and leaving them to soak for just 20-30 minutes. I haven’t tried this, though.
Why are the wraps gritty?
This may be because you didn’t soak the lentils long enough or blend them for enough time.
Can I use a food processor?
This recipe works best using a high-speed blender to achieve a smooth batter. Unfortunately, I don’t think a food processor can produce a non-gritty batter.
Can I use brown lentils?
Yes, I have tried it! However, you only need 100 g of brown lentils (use the same amount of broth) and soak them for at least 10 hours.
red lentil tortillas on white backdrop
Recipe Notes and Tips
Adjust the size: Adjust the amount of batter you add to the pan based on how big you wish the wraps to be.
Adjust the liquid content: The batter will thicken as it sits, so you may need extra liquid.
Don’t discard the soaking liquid: This is what you’ll use when blending the batter.
Use a non-stick pan: If you have a well-seasoned cast-iron pan, that might work, too. Otherwise, any non-stick pan should be great for these wraps and can help you reduce the amount of oil needed to avoid sticking.
Make a test wrap: These cook like lentil crepes, which means the first one may be the worst. However, use it to adjust the cooking times and temperatures on your stovetop.
More Vegan Lentil Recipes
Lentil and tahini salad
The best vegan lentil soup
Vegan lentil shepherd’s pie
Red lentil patties
Lentil enchiladas
Lentil stuffed eggplant
Okra and lentil gumbo
Lentil moussaka
Bolognese sauce
