The Best Ever Vegetarian Spicy Burger! Recipe

Name: The Best Ever Vegetarian Spicy Burger!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Onion, Diced; 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger, Grated; 1 whole Red Pepper, Diced; 2 whole Hungarian Wax Pepper, Diced; 2 whole Jalapenos Diced; 2 whole Star Anise Pods; 1 cup Cooked Wild Rice; 2 cups Cooked Black Beans; 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Or All Spice Powder; 1 teaspoon Roasted Cumin Powder; 1 teaspoon Dry Mango Powder (optional); 1 teaspoon Red Chili Or Cayenne Pepper; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 1/2 cups Cilantro, Chopped; 1 whole Lime, Juiced; 1 cup Panko Crumbs; 8 whole Brioche Buns, Buttered; Pineapple Chutney To Taste

Servings: persons

1 whole Onion, Diced
1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger, Grated
1 whole Red Pepper, Diced
2 whole Hungarian Wax Pepper, Diced
2 whole Jalapenos Diced
2 whole Star Anise Pods
1 cup Cooked Wild Rice
2 cups Cooked Black Beans
1 teaspoon Garam Masala Or All Spice Powder
1 teaspoon Roasted Cumin Powder
1 teaspoon Dry Mango Powder (optional)
1 teaspoon Red Chili Or Cayenne Pepper
Salt And Pepper, to taste
1/2 cups Cilantro, Chopped
1 whole Lime, Juiced
1 cup Panko Crumbs
8 whole Brioche Buns, Buttered
Pineapple Chutney To Taste

1
Saute onion, ginger, all the peppers, and star anise till softened, approximately 10 minutes.
2
Remove the star anise before proceeding.
3
Cook wild rice according to package instructions.
4
Once cool, add to the onion and peppers mixture.
5
Mash 1 cup of black beans to a smooth puree and add to the onion and pepper mixture.
6
Add rest of the cooked beans, too.
7
Add the seasonings (garam masala, cumin, dry mango powder if using, red chili pepper, salt and pepper).
8
Add cilantro, lime juice, and make burger-sized patties.
9
Roll the patties, covering all sides with panko crumbs.
10
Grill or fry the patties until golden brown and seared.
11
To serve, toast the buns with butter, set the patties on top, and top with a generous dollop of pineapple chutney.
12
Serve warm.

1857

kcal

Calories

165

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Onion, Diced, 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger, Grated, 1 whole Red Pepper, Diced, 2 whole Hungarian Wax Pepper, Diced, and more.

Yes, The Best Ever Vegetarian Spicy Burger! falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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The Best Ever Vegetarian Spicy Burger!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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