Ingredients
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For the Burgers:
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1 cup cooked brown rice (use caution when adding water if not gluten-free), cooled
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1/2 cup cooked quinoa (optional; use gluten-free version if necessary)
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1 large zucchini, grated
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1 medium carrot, grated
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1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
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1/2 onion, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon gochujang (fermented chili paste)
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1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
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1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
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1 egg, lightly beaten
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1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
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For the Umami Sauce:
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1/2 avocado, mashed
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1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
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1 tablespoon tahini
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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Water (as needed)
Directions
Subtitle: Flavorful and juicy vegan burgers made with fermented black beans, zucchini, carrots, and a secret umami sauce. Perfect on their own or served in lettuce wraps!
Ingredients:
For the Burgers:
* 1 cup cooked brown rice (use caution when adding water if not gluten-free), cooled
* 1/2 cup cooked quinoa (optional; use gluten-free version if necessary)
* 1 large zucchini, grated
* 1 medium carrot, grated
* 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
* 1/2 onion, minced
* 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
* 1 garlic clove, minced
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
* 1 teaspoon gochujang (fermented chili paste)
* 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
* 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
* 1 egg, lightly beaten
* 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
For the Umami Sauce:
* 1/2 avocado, mashed
* 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
* 1 tablespoon tahini
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* Water (as needed)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, cooked quinoa (if using), grated zucchini, grated carrot, red bell pepper, onion, ginger, garlic, salt, black pepper, gochujang, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well.
3. Add the egg and applesauce to the mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Divide the batter into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4-inch thick. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and flip the patties. Continue baking for another 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
To assemble the burgers:
1. While the burgers are cooking, prepare the umami sauce by mixing all the ingredients together in a small bowl. Set aside.
2. Once the burgers have finished cooking, remove them from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
3. To assemble the burger, place a bottom layer of lettuce on the bottom half of your bun. Top with a few slices of tomato, if desired. Add the burger patty, followed by a generous amount of the umami sauce. Add additional toppings as desired, such as pickled radish or shredded cabbage.
4. Carefully replace the top bun and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Steps
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1
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. |
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, cooked quinoa (if using), grated zucchini, grated carrot, red bell pepper, onion, ginger, garlic, salt, black pepper, gochujang, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well. |
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Add the egg and applesauce to the mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix. |
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Done
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Divide the batter into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4-inch thick. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet. |
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5
Done
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Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and flip the patties. Continue baking for another 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. |
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6
Done
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While the burgers are cooking, prepare the umami sauce by mixing all the ingredients together in a small bowl. Set aside. |
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7
Done
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Once the burgers have finished cooking, remove them from the oven and allow to cool slightly. |
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8
Done
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To assemble the burger, place a bottom layer of lettuce on the bottom half of your bun. Top with a few slices of tomato, if desired. Add the burger patty, followed by a generous amount of the umami sauce. Add additional toppings as desired, such as pickled radish or shredded cabbage. |
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Done
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Carefully replace the top bun and serve immediately. Enjoy! |
