Jul 14 2026
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Doc's Smoked Veggie Burger Recipe

Inspired by Doc Crow's
Time1h
Serves4

House-made black-eyed pea, poblano pepper, and smoked tomato patty with chipotle crema, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Method

Prepare the Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Roast the Poblano Pepper

    Roast the poblano pepper over an open flame or in the oven until the skin is charred. Place it in a bowl and cover it with plastic wrap for 10 minutes. Once cooled, peel off the skin and dice the pepper.

  2. 2

    Mix the Patty Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked black-eyed peas, roasted poblano pepper, smoked tomatoes, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mash the mixture together until well combined but still chunky.

  3. 3

    Form the Patties

    Divide the mixture into four equal portions and form each portion into a patty shape.

  4. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.

Prepare Chipotle Crema

  1. 5

    Mix the Crema Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine sour cream, minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, and salt. Mix well until smooth and set aside.

Assemble the Burger

  1. 6

    Toast the Buns

    Lightly toast the burger buns on a skillet or in a toaster.

  2. 7

    Layer the Ingredients

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by a slice of tomato, a slice of onion, and pickles. Place the cooked veggie patty on top.

  3. 8

    Add the Chipotle Crema

    Spread a generous amount of chipotle crema on the top half of the bun, then place it on top of the assembled burger.

  4. 9

    Serve

    Serve the burgers immediately with your choice of sides.

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