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Juicy & Flavorful Tofu Burgers – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Juicy & Flavorful Tofu Burgers

Forget dry, bland veggie burgers! These homemade tofu burgers are juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Packed with savory flavor and served with a simple, tangy tomato sauce on a classic English muffin, this recipe is a game-changer for quick weeknight meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 burger
Calories: 202

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ounces (85 g / 3 oz) firm tofu, pressed and crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons (24 g / 0.85 oz) quick-cooking oats
  • 1 tablespoon (10 g / 0.35 oz) finely chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
  • Dash of chili powder, to taste
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml / 0.2 fl oz) olive oil
  • 1/2 cup (120 g / 4.2 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon (4 g / 0.14 oz) granulated sugar
  • 4 English muffins, for serving
  • For the best texture, press your tofu for at least 30 minutes before using. This removes excess water and helps the patties hold together and brown nicely.
  • Feel free to customize your spices! Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a smoky flavor or some garlic powder for an extra savory kick.
  • Lightly toast the English muffins before assembling for a satisfying crunch and to prevent them from getting soggy from the sauce.

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, mash the crumbled tofu with a fork until it has a ground meat-like consistency.
  2. Add the quick-cooking oats, chopped onion, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, and egg to the bowl.
  3. Mix thoroughly until everything is well combined.
  4. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties.
  5. Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  6. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. While the burgers cook, prepare the sauce.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the crushed tomatoes, white vinegar, and granulated sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
  9. Serve the cooked tofu patties on English muffins, topped with the homemade tomato sauce and your favorite burger fixings.
  10. Let the patty mixture rest in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before shaping. This allows the oats to absorb moisture, resulting in a firmer burger.

Nutrition

Calories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 8gFat: 4g

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