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Tofu Burger Patties

Falak
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Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 10 patties

Ingredients
  

  • 1 block tofu (medium firm or firm) (454 grams) [See Notes]
  • 1/3 cup carrots shredded
  • 1/3 cup bell peppers finely diced
  • 1/2 cup mushrooms finely diced
  • 1/2 cup cabbage shredded
  • 1 teaspoon paprika powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon chaat masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon soya sauce
  • 2 teaspoon sriracha sauce
  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs [See Notes]
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch also called cornflour
  • 1 egg
  • Oil as required

Instructions
 

  • Drain the water out of the tofu. You can do it by placing a weight over it for 20-30 minutes. If you leave too much moisture in the tofu, you will have trouble forming patties. 
  • Once drained, crumble the tofu with your fingers.
  • Add all the vegetables and spices EXCEPT the breadcrumbs and cornstarch.
  • Mix well. You can taste and adjust the spices at this stage.
  • Then add the egg, breadcrumbs and cornstarch and mix.
  • Scoop out 1/3 cup (or your desired amount) and form patties about 1 inch thick.
  • Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil on medium- high in a frying pan.
  • Once heated, place the patties. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Leave it undisturbed for 1 minute and then flip CAREFULLY. Again wait for 1 minute before flipping.
  • Now let it cook around 4-6 minutes per side or until it crisps and develops a golden brown color.
  • Serve on the buns with your favorite toppings and enjoy.

Notes

  • Do not use SOFT tofu. It will break.
  • Feel free to use vegetables of your choice. But avoid vegetables which release a lot of water e.g. zucchini.
  • Spices can be adjusted according to your preference.
  • You can also cooked meat to boost the protein.
  • Before adding breadcrumbs and cornstarch, mix everything well. at this stage This prevents spice lumps and allows proper distribution of spices.
  • If you do not have breadcrumbs, take a slice of bread and blend it in the blender to form crumbs. 1 bread slice yields ¾ cup breadcrumbs.
  • Flip the patties carefully.