Ingredients
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For the Burger Patties
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1 cup cooked green or brown lentils (well drained) green or brown lentils1 cup cooked green or brown lentils (well drained)
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3/4 cup finely grated raw beetroot beetroot3/4 cup finely grated raw beetroot
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1/2 cup cooked potato (mashed) potato1/2 cup cooked potato (mashed)
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1/2 cup finely diced red onion red onion1/2 cup finely diced red onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced garlic2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp berbere spice blend berbere spice blend1 tbsp berbere spice blend
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika smoked paprika1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1/4 cup chickpea flour chickpea flour1/4 cup chickpea flour
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped fresh parsley2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tbsp lemon juice lemon juice1 tbsp lemon juice
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Salt and black pepper, to taste black pepperSalt and black pepper, to taste
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For the Mitmita Mayo
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1/3 cup vegan mayonnaise vegan mayonnaise1/3 cup vegan mayonnaise
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1/2 tsp mitmita spice mix mitmita spice mix1/2 tsp mitmita spice mix
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1 tsp lemon juice lemon juice1 tsp lemon juice
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Pinch of salt saltPinch of salt
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For the Pickled Atakilt Slaw
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1/2 cup finely shredded green cabbage green cabbage1/2 cup finely shredded green cabbage
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1/4 cup grated carrot carrot1/4 cup grated carrot
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1/4 cup grated cooked potato potato1/4 cup grated cooked potato
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2 tbsp apple cider vinegar apple cider vinegar2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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1/2 tsp ground turmeric ground turmeric1/2 tsp ground turmeric
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1/4 tsp salt salt1/4 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp maple syrup maple syrup1/2 tsp maple syrup
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To Serve
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4 gluten-free or regular burger buns burger buns4 gluten-free or regular burger buns
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Lettuce leaves lettuce leavesLettuce leaves
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Sliced tomato tomatoSliced tomato
Directions
Make the pickled slaw first so it has time to marinate. Mix and shape the burger patties, then pan-fry or bake. Assemble burgers with all toppings for a colorful, spicy, and Ethiopian-inspired plant-based delight. Berbere and mitmita are classic Ethiopian spice blends—adjust the amount for your preferred spice level. For an oil-free version, bake the patties instead of pan-frying.
Steps
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Prepare the Pickled Atakilt Slaw: In a medium bowl, combine shredded cabbage, grated carrot, grated cooked potato, apple cider vinegar, turmeric, salt, and maple syrup. Massage gently and let marinate for at least 20 minutes. |
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Make Mitmita Mayo: Mix vegan mayonnaise, mitmita spice, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl. Chill until serving. |
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Prepare Burger Patties: In a large bowl, mash the lentils with a fork or potato masher. Add grated beetroot, mashed potato, red onion, garlic, berbere, smoked paprika, chickpea flour, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. |
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Shape mixture into 4 burger patties. If mixture is too wet, add more chickpea flour as needed. |
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Cook Patties: Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side, until crisp and browned. Optionally, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway. |
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Assemble: Toast burger buns if desired. Spread mitmita mayo on both sides, add lettuce, a lentil beet patty, tomato slices, and a generous heap of pickled atakilt slaw. Top with the other bun half and serve. |