Tofu Burgers
📜 Collection: Patsy Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Entrees A wholesome and savory vegetarian burger recipe featuring firm tofu, grated zucchini, and a blend of aromatic spices. These pan-seared patties offer a hearty and nutritious meal option.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 15 mins | None | 4 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Sauté pan
- Box grater
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 lb | Tofu | Firm |
| 1 | Onion | Large, diced |
| 1 | Zucchini | Large |
| To taste | Garlic | Any preparation |
| 3 | Egg Whites | Fresh |
| 1 | Egg Yolk | Fresh |
| To taste | Tamari | As needed for flavor |
| To taste | Parsley | Fresh herbs, chopped |
| To taste | Black Pepper | Ground |
| To taste | Cumin | Ground |
| ½ Cup | Wheat Germ | Standard |
| To taste | Nutritional Yeast | For savory flavor |
| To taste | Whole Wheat Flour | As needed for binding |
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté and Prep
- Sauté the 1 large onion in a pan until translucent and fragrant.
- Grate the 1 large zucchini using a box grater.
Step 2: Mix the Burger Base
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 1 lb firm tofu, sautéed 1 large onion, grated 1 large zucchini, whole wheat flour, garlic, 3 egg whites, 1 egg yolk, tamari, fresh parsley, black pepper, cumin, ½ cup wheat germ, and nutritional yeast until a cohesive mixture forms.
Step 3: Cook the Burgers
- Plop the mixture, keeping it not too thick, onto a pan on low heat and cook until golden brown and firm on both sides.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Uncooked patties can be formed and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or frozen between layers of parchment paper for up to 1 month.
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