Savoury Vegetarian Burgers Recipe

Name: Savoury Vegetarian Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound tofu firm; 4 teaspoons olive oil divided; ⅓ cup scallions, spring or green onions minced; 1 cup carrots finely grated; 1 cup cabbage finely chopped; 1 medium garlic cloves peeled and pressed; 1/2 cup whole wheat flour; 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 2 tablespoons parsley leaves finely minced; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 4 teaspoons taco seasoning mix; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 x black pepper ground; 1/4 cup wheat germ; 4 each hamburger buns

Servings: persons

3/4 pound tofu firm
4 teaspoons olive oil divided
⅓ cup scallions, spring or green onions minced
1 cup carrots finely grated
1 cup cabbage finely chopped
1 medium garlic cloves peeled and pressed
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons parsley leaves finely minced
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
4 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 x black pepper ground
1/4 cup wheat germ
4 each hamburger buns

1
Drain the tofu and slice thinly.
2
Place on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and a couple of cans to weight down.
3
Let drain for 45 minutes.
4
In a nonstick skillet heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat.
5
Add the onion, carrot, cabbage and garlic; saute 5 minutes.
6
Cool slightly.
7
Process the drained tofu in a food processor until creamy.
8
Add the flour, yeast, ketchup, parsley, sesame seeds, taco seasoning, cayenne, salt and pepper; process until smooth.
9
Add the vegetables and process until the vegetables are finely chopped and incorporated.
10
Form the mixture into 4 patties and dredge in wheat germ.
11
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
12
Add the burgers and cook 5 minutes.
13
Turn and add another teaspoon oil; continue cooking 4 minutes, or until heated through.
14
(Serve on toasted buns with condiments.)

382

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound tofu firm, 4 teaspoons olive oil divided, ⅓ cup scallions, spring or green onions minced, 1 cup carrots finely grated, and more.

Yes, Savoury Vegetarian Burgers falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Savoury Vegetarian Burgers

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Variations & substitutions

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