In a pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed red lentils and cook for about 15 minutes until soft.

Drain any excess water and set aside to cool.

In a separate pot, boil the cubed sweet potatoes for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and mash them in a large mixing bowl.

Add the cooked lentils, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined.

Shape the mixture into patties, about 2 inches in diameter. Coat each patty in bread crumbs.

Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Transfer cooked patties to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven if necessary.

Serve the patties warm with your favorite dipping sauce or on a bed of salad.