Moosewood’S Classic Tofu Burger Recipe

Name: Moosewood’S Classic Tofu Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces firm tofu; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 cups diced onions; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 cup carrot (grated); 1/2 cup bell pepper (any color, seeded and diced); 1 cup walnuts (coarsely ground); 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil; 1/4 cup tahini; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)

Servings: persons

16 ounces firm tofu
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups diced onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup carrot (grated)
1/2 cup bell pepper (any color, seeded and diced)
1 cup walnuts (coarsely ground)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1/4 cup tahini
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)

1
Press tofu for 30 minutes. Drain and grate in food processor.
2
While tofu presses, saute onions with salt and oregano for 7-8 minutes.
3
Add peppers and carrots to onions and cook until tender, another 7-8 minutes.
4
In a separate bowl combine cooked vegetables, grated tofu, walnuts, soy, mustard, tahini, pepper, and basil.
5
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
6
Shape eight burgers (a cup of mixture = one burger). Place on oiled baking sheet.
7
Bake burgers until firm and brown, around 30-40 minutes.
8
Variation: To make into meatless meatballs, add ground fennel to vegetable mixture. Shape into 1 1/2 inch balls and bake for 20 minutes.

423

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces firm tofu, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 cups diced onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Moosewood’S Classic Tofu Burger falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Moosewood’S Classic Tofu Burger

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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