Enhanced Tempeh Veggie Burger

Ingredients

Tempeh

8 ounces, crumbled

Red bell pepper

1, finely chopped

Carrot

1, grated

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Onion

1 small, finely chopped

Olive oil

2 tablespoons, divided

Soy sauce

2 tablespoons

Whole wheat breadcrumbs

1 cup

Egg or flax egg

1 (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 2.5 tablespoons water for flax egg)

Salt

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon, or to taste

Whole grain buns

4

Lettuce

for serving

Tomato

sliced, for serving

Optional toppings

cheese, avocado, pickles, etc.

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, crumble the tempeh into small pieces.
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, grated carrot, and red bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Transfer the sautéed vegetable mixture into the bowl with the crumbled tempeh. Add the soy sauce, breadcrumbs, and the egg or flax egg. Season with salt and pepper, then mix until all ingredients are well combined.
4. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, ensuring they hold together well.
5. In the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
6. Serve the burgers on whole grain buns, topped with fresh lettuce, sliced tomato, and any additional toppings you desire.