Masala-Tofu Burger
non vegetarian

Masala-Tofu Burger

Prep: 10m
Cook: 40m
Total: 50m

Preparation Steps

1

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add spray with a generous amount of PAM and add oil.

2

Add mustard seeds and saute for 30 seconds-till you hear popping noises.

3

Add curry leaves- BE CAREFUL, they pop hot oil! Add onions and peppers- sweat for about 30 seconds.

4

Add chopped garlic, chilies and turmeric.

5

Saute for about 5-7 minutes, until the onions and peppers are soft.

6

Add peas and carrots mixture, cumin powder and salt.

7

Saute for about 7-10 minutes- you want all the veggies to be soft and cooked through.

8

Meanwhile in a small bowl, add the cubed tofu, a pinch of turmeric, cumin powder, coarse black pepper and some cayenne pepper (totally optional!).

9

Mix and set aside to marinate for a bit.

10

Once the veggies are cooked, add the tofu- saute until slightly brown and soft enough that it crumbles.

11

Add juice form half a lemon and half of the chopped cilantro.

12

Mix and add the diced boiled potato, and toss until everything is coated, soft and taste for salt/spices.

13

Using a masher, mash the mixture until mushy and until the veggies are small.

14

Set aside to cool.

15

Once cooled, add a bit of the breadcrumbs and mix with your hands.

16

Start forming into thick patties (mixture should make 4).

17

If its still giving you a hard time, add more breadcrumbs.

18

Make 4 patties, place on a plate and wrap with plastic wrap until ready to use.

19

In a small skillet sprayed with PAM over medium-high heat, add one patty at a time.

20

Cook for about 2 minutes on each side- until browned and crispy.

21

At the same time, saute the thick slices of onion, until charred and slightly soft.

22

Spread a generous amount of the chutney spread on each side on the bread, place burger, onions tomato and cilantro leaves.

23

Serve with a slice of lemon and reduced-fat chips on the side.