Vegetarian Burger Recipe
House-made grilled tofu-vegetable patty served on a wheat roll with lettuce, tomato and our Famous Ambrosia Sauce (V)
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Ingredients
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Patty
Bun & Veggies
Sauce
Method
Patty
- 1
Line a clean surface and press the firm tofu to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Crumble the pressed tofu into a large mixing bowl, breaking into small pieces.
- 3
Stir in finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper until evenly distributed.
- 4
Fold in grated carrot.
- 5
Add cooked quinoa to the mixture to help bind and add moisture.
- 6
Mix in rolled oats to absorb moisture and help bind the patties.
- 7
Season with low-sodium soy sauce, ground black pepper, and salt; mix thoroughly.
- 8
Drizzle in olive oil and mix until a cohesive, slightly sticky batter forms.
- 9
Divide and shape the mixture into four equal patties; chill 15 minutes to firm.
Bun & Veggies
- 10
Lightly toast the wheat burger buns in a dry skillet or toaster until golden.
- 11
Rinse or pat dry lettuce leaves and set aside.
- 12
Slice tomatoes into rounds suitable for stacking.
Sauce
- 13
Spread Ambrosia Sauce on the cut side of the bottom buns.
Assembly
- 14
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook patties 3-4 minutes per side until browned and firm.
- 15
Place a patty on the bottom half of each bun.
- 16
Top with lettuce leaves and tomato slices.
- 17
Cover with the top bun and serve immediately.
