Directions
Subtitle: Gluten-free, High-protein, Kid-friendly, Whole Foods Plant-based
Description: These delicious veggie burgers are packed with protein from black beans and quinoa, and infused with the bold flavors of Thai peanut sauce. Perfect for satisfying your burger cravings while staying true to a plant-based diet!
Ingredients:
For the patties:
• 1 cup cooked brown rice (about ½ cup uncooked)
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) full-fat coconut milk, well shaken
• 1/2 cup rolled oats (not instant)
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
For the Thai peanut sauce:
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1/4 cup sambal oelek (or more to taste)
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup unsweetened natural peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts (for garnish)
For the slaw:
• 1 medium carrot, grated
• 1/2 red cabbage, thinly sliced (about 1/2 head)
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, drained and chopped (optional)
• Zest and juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise (non-dairy if desired)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Note: You can prepare all the components ahead of time and refrigerate them separately until assembly.
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the cooked brown rice with a fork until mostly smooth. Add the rest of the ingredients for the patties and mix well. If the mixture is too dry, add a bit more water. If it’s too wet, add more cornstarch. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each one into a patty about 3/4-inch thick.
3. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Alternatively, you can pan-fry the patties in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side.
While the patties are cooking, prepare the Thai peanut sauce:
1. In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine all the ingredients for the Thai peanut sauce and process until smooth. Set aside.
Assemble the burgers:
1. Toast the hamburger buns under the broiler or in the toaster.
2. Spread the bottom halves of the buns with the Thai peanut sauce.
3. Top each bun with a cooked patty, lettuce, sliced tomato, and any additional toppings you like (such as avocado, sliced green bell
