The Mega Veggie Burger

On Sunday i threw together this monster Veggie burger creation to munch on while watching a nail biting Wimbledon Men's final.  Needless to say I am now not only a huge Roger Federer fan but also a big fan of this burger!! Here goes the recipe...

INGREDIENTS

Veggie Burger Patties

• 1 Cup Chickpeas
• 1 Cup Black beans (soaked overnight & precooked)
• 1 Small grated carrot
• A handful Parsley (Chopped)
• Spices (Salt, Pepper, Basil, Origanum)
• ½ Red onion (Diced)
• 1 Egg (Optional)
• 1/2 Cup Almond Flour

Please note: If you would like to make it vegan option eliminate the egg from ingredients.

Homemade Tomato Relish

• 1 Fresh tomato
• ½ Cup Sun-dried tomato
• 3 x Garlic Cloves
• Spices (Salt, Pepper, Basil, Origanum)

Red Onion Marmalade

• 1 Red onion
• ¼ Cup Coconut oil
• ¼ Cup Balsamic vinegar (Optional)
• 2 Tbsp Honey

METHOD

Veggie Burger Patties

• In a food processor mix together the Chickpeas and Beans first.
• Next add in the grated carrot, chopped parsley, chopped onion & spices. Your mixture should resemble a thick dough.
• Now add in 1 x egg to the mixture (if vegan leave out the egg – this is optional) along with the almond flour.
• Shape into circular patties of desired thickness.
• Fry in a pan with some coconut oil on the stove for 5 minutes each side then transfer to oven to cook for a further 10-15 minutes. Make sure the patties are cooked through.

Homemade Tomato Relish

• Blend all ingredients together to resemble a thick tomato relish

Red Onion Marmalade

• On very low heat fry the onion up in the honey, coconut oil & balsamic vinegar.
• Leave it to simmer for around 15-20 minutes until onion is soft and caramelized.

Now the fun part…assembling your burger.

The way I have done my burger is merely a suggestion. You can layer with whatever you choose.

• Use 2 giant black mushrooms (Brushed with coconut oil and grilled for 5 minutes each side) as your base and lid burger buns.
• Add a spread of vegan cashew mayo & pesto
• Put a small handful of rocket on top of that.
• Next add your veggie burger pattie
• Add a nice big dollop of your delicious homemade burger relish along with a spoonful of your onion marmalade on top of that.
• Top it off with a small handful of sprouts & lastly your mushroom burger lid.

Put on a bib & tuck in!! :)