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Best Veggie Burgers
Instructions
1
Place the bulgar wheat and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover for 13 minutes.
2
After the bulgur has cooked, place in a bowl and let cool.
3
Place the pinto beans in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
4
Add the cooked bulgur, cheese, carrot, salt, garlic and onion powder to the beans in the food processor and pulse to combine.
5
Form mixture into 4 equal patties.
6
Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat and cook the burgers for 3-4 minutes on each side.
7
Place burgers on buns with desired toppings and serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Toast Your Bulgur First 🌾Lightly toast the bulgur wheat in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before adding water to enhance its nutty flavor and prevent soggy burgers.
- Chill Before Cooking ❄️Refrigerate your veggie burger patties for at least 30 minutes (or overnight) so they hold together better during cooking and develop a perfect crust.
- Mash Beans Strategically 🫘Leave some pinto beans slightly chunky rather than fully mashed—this creates better texture and structural integrity in your final patties.
- Toast Your Buns with Cheese 🧀Lightly butter and toast your burger buns, then place a slice of Monterey Jack cheese on the bottom bun while still warm so it melts beautifully.
- Bloom Your Spices in Oil 🫗Mix garlic powder and onion powder with olive oil before stirring into the mixture to activate and distribute their flavors more evenly throughout the burger.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
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