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starjen42, 04/12/07
Simple and Yummy Textured Soy Protein BurgersIngredients (use vegan versions): 3/4 cup textured soy protein granules
2 teaspoons arrowroot or other egg substitute
1/4 cup oats
1/2 teaspoon onion powder (or fresh onion)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or fresh garlic)
3 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
other spices of choice
oil
lettuce, pickles, tomato, etc.
sandwich buns
Directions:Textured soy protein is a little scary looking and it doesn't look too appetizing, but if you've ever had it you'd know that it's actually quite tasty and has a nice texture and consistency to it. Not only that, but it's easy to cook with and is cheaper and lasts much longer than those pre-packaged veggie "ground meat-like” foods. You can find textured soy protein at most any heath food store.
Here is a recipe for textured soy protein burgers. They don't taste anything like meat, and make a great lunch or an easy dinner. ;p
Mix 3/4 cup boiling water into 3/4 cup textured soy protein granules and let sit for 15 minutes.
While you are waiting, in another bowl mix together arrowroot (or other egg substitute), oats, onion powder, garlic powder, flour, soy sauce, ketchup, salt and pepper. You may also like to add additional spices like rosemary, sage, thyme, etc.
Once textured soy protein is rehydrated, add oat mixture to textured soy protein and mix well. Cover and place in the fridge for 15 minutes to allow textured soy protein to firm up.
Remove textured soy protein and divide into quarters. With your hands, roll each quarter into a ball and flatten into a pattie shape.
Lightly brush each side with oil and add some oil to a large skillet. Heat oil until a drop of water sizzles, then add patties to the skillet. Cook 3-4 minutes on each side. Warm buns in the oven and assemble the sandwich. Enjoy!
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 45 minutes
