Sunday, February 6, 2011

Crispy Cajun Burgers

These are based on the Crispy Cajun Chickpea Patties from Vegan Dad. If you don't have all the spices, you can leave some out, or substitute something similar, such as basil for oregano.

1 tablespoon oil
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup diced green pepper
1/4 cup diced celery
3 cloves garlic, minced
15 ounce can chickpeas, drained
1 cup bread crumbs
¾ cup wheat gluten
3 tablespoons mayo
1 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon paprika (I used Spanish smoked)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon thyme
½ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon black pepper
water as needed
oil for brushing

Heat oil and sauté onion, pepper, celery and garlic until tender. Pulse chickpeas briefly in a food processor, leaving mixture a little bit chunky (just make sure there are no whole chickpeas, as these will make the burgers fall apart.) Transfer to a bowl and add sautéed vegetables and remaining ingredients. Stir well to combine and add water 1 tablespoon at a time as needed. (I used two tablespoons.)

Heat oven to 375. Form burger mixture into 6 patties and brush both sides with oil. Bake for 12 minutes a side.