Veggie Chickpea Burgers with Indian Spices
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4.7
Veggie Chickpea Burgers with Indian Spices
Description
Veggie Chickpea Burgers with Indian Spices use canned chickpeas blended with red onion, garlic, ginger, green chilies, cilantro, and a mix of cumin seeds, coriander, turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala. Rolled oats add binding, and grated carrot adds moisture and texture. The mixture is processed gently to retain some body. Cooking the patties in olive oil on medium heat creates a crisp, golden exterior while keeping the inside tender. The recipe includes toasting burger buns in the same skillet, enhancing flavor and texture.
The flavors combine aromatic Indian spices with the earthy taste of chickpeas. The patties hold well due to oats and chickpeas mashed without excess moisture. Cooking on the stovetop allows control over crispness and browning, important for delicate patties. Serving with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mayonnaise, and spicy sriracha adds balance and layers of taste.
Chickpea burgers like these are a vegetarian main course suitable for lunch or dinner. Using Brioche buns adds a soft, slightly sweet contrast. The grilling technique provides a homemade alternative to store-bought patties, reflecting traditional Indian flavors adapted for a burger format.
Notes advise drying chickpeas thoroughly to avoid sogginess and refrigerating patties before cooking to help firmness. Use a silicone spatula to flip to prevent breaking. Leftover cooked patties store well refrigerated up to five days or frozen, and can be reheated gently.
Ingredients
- ½ cup carrot peeled and grated
- 1 oz chickpeas rinsed, drained, and dried well with paper towels, canned
- ½ small red onion rough chopped
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 inch ginger rough chopped
- 2 green chilies or ½ jalapeno
- ½ cup cilantro chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 teaspoons coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garam masala
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
To serve
- 4 burger buns Brioche Buns work really well
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- lettuce rinsed, patted dry, and leaves separated
- 1 tomato thinly sliced
- red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
Instructions
- Place the chopping blade inside the food processor bowl. Add chickpeas, onion, garlic, ginger, green chilies, cilantro, dry spices, and rolled oats to the food processor bowl. Pulse for 1 to 2 minutes or until all the mixture is evenly processed. Carefully remove the chopping blade.
- Add the grated carrots into the bowl and mix well. Using a spatula divide the burger mixture into 4 parts and form into ¾ inch thick patties.
- Place a nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Add half of the oil. Once the oil is hot, place the four burger patties in the pan and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes side.
- Pour the remaining oil over the burgers and carefully flip each patty with a silicone spatula. Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes as both sides get crispy and golden brown in color. Remove the Burgers from the skillet and place them on a platter.
- Wipe down the skillet and heat 1 teaspoon of oil. Place 4 bun halves with the middle side on the skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes as the buns get a bit toasty and warm.
- Make the Sriracha Mayo by combining the mayonnaise with sriracha.
- Place the bottom side of the burger on a platter. Spread 1 tablespoon of sriracha mayonnaise over it. Place the chickpea burger on the bun along with a slice of onion, tomato, and lettuce. Put the top lid of the bun over it and enjoy.
Notes
- Pat chickpeas dry thoroughly to remove excess moisture for better patty cohesion.
- Refrigerate uncooked patties for 20 minutes before cooking to firm them up and make flipping easier.
- Use a silicone spatula to carefully flip patties as they are delicate and can break easily.
- Cooked patties can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days or frozen for 1-2 months.
- To reheat frozen patties, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and warm using a microwave or stovetop.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 1106mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 292mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 3160IU | 63% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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