Toasted Almond Tofu Burgers Recipe

Name: Toasted Almond Tofu Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12-ounce package firm tofu, drained, patted dry, cut into 1-inch-thick slices; Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 1/2 cup grated carrot; 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions; 2 teaspoons minced peeled ginger; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 cup almonds, toasted, finely chopped; 1 large egg white, beaten to blend; 4 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted; 4 sesame seed buns, toasted; 4 tomato slices; 1 cup alfalfa sprouts

Servings: persons

1 12-ounce package firm tofu, drained, patted dry, cut into 1-inch-thick slices
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1/2 cup grated carrot
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 teaspoons minced peeled ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup almonds, toasted, finely chopped
1 large egg white, beaten to blend
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
4 sesame seed buns, toasted
4 tomato slices
1 cup alfalfa sprouts

1
Wrap tofu in doubled dish towel.
2
Place on work surface.
3
Weigh down with a board topped with food cans or weights for 1 hour.
4
Squeeze towel-wrapped tofu to extract as much liquid as possible from tofu.
5
Transfer tofu to medium bowl.
6
Using fork, mash into small pieces.
7
Spray medium nonstick skillet with nonstick spray; place over medium heat.
8
Add carrot, green onions, ginger and garlic; saute until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
9
Cool.
10
Mix carrot mixture, almonds, egg white, soy sauce, sesame oil and sesame seeds into tofu.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Shape mixture into four 1/2-inch-thick patties.
13
(Can be made 4 hours ahead.
14
Cover and chill.)
15
If grilling, spray grill rack with nonstick spray, then prepare barbecue (medium heat).
16
If sauteing, spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray and heat over medium heat.
17
Lightly spray patties on both sides with nonstick spray.
18
Place patties on grill or in skillet and cook until golden brown and heated through, about three minutes per side.
19
Place 1 burger on each bun bottom.
20
Top each with 1 tomato slice, some sprouts and bun top and serve.

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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: 1 12-ounce package firm tofu, drained, patted dry, cut into 1-inch-thick slices, Nonstick vegetable oil spray, 1/2 cup grated carrot, 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, and more.

Yes, Toasted Almond Tofu Burgers falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Toasted Almond Tofu Burgers

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Variations & substitutions

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