Back in the day I used to be vegan. Well, fist I was vegetarian THEN vegan then vegetarian again. There were a lot of things I loved about it but veggie burgers were high on the list
Maybe the top of the list, who knows?
The thing is that they are expensive to buy. I used to get the mix, which is a little more affordable, but still the cost bothered me and I could never get the flavor just the way I liked.
What to do?
Yeah, I came up with my own. Once you pan fry one of these (do not put it on the grill!) and put it on a homemade hamburger bun, mustard, pickles, tomato, lettuce, and onions you will be amazed at how addictive it is. I won't say that it is just like a hamburger; it's not. It is yummy on its own, though, and will really help stretch that grocery budget.
You can easily adjust the ingredients to make it gluten free or allergy friendly. Just substitute with other similar ingredients in the same proportions. Keep the mix in a tightly covered jar in a cool dry place.
You can make up a batch of the mix and use it as needed. It takes less than 20 minutes to make and is low fat with plenty of healthy whole grains and fiber. Add a slice of pepper jack cheese to it for hamburger perfection.
Homemade Veggie Burger Mix
📖 Recipe
Make Your Own Veggie Burger Mix
Print Rate RecipeIngredients
- ½ cup dried chickpeas
- ½ cup dried black beans
- ½ c dried red lentils
- ¼ cup peanuts
- ¼ cup almonds
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ½ cup sesame seeds
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup cornmeal
- 2 tbs flour
- ¼ cup brown rice, ,
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ cup dried onions, , opt
- 2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 3 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 2 teaspoon baking soda
- pepper to taste
Instructions
Mix
- Mix all ingredients except nuts and seeds in a blender until well combined and the consistency of course meal, processing ½ cup at a time.
- Combine the ground ingredients with the nuts and seeds and grind in blender again, ½ cup at a time, using pulsing motion.
- It should have the consistency of cornmeal.
- Makes 8 cups, 16 servings
To Make Burgers
- Add ½ cup of the mix to ⅓ cup boiling water and 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke or soy sauce(optional).
- Let stand until water is absorbed.
- Shape into two patties.
- Heat a layer of oil in pan and add burgers.
- Cook for 3 minutes on one side, or until golden.
- Turn and cover the pan.
- Cook for 5 more minutes. Watch that the bottom doesn't burn.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition information is estimated as a courtesy. If using for medical purposes, please verify information using your own nutritional calculator. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
This recipe has been tested several times. If you choose to use other ingredients, or change the technique in some way, the results may not be the same.
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RW says
I love the fact that this recipe includes a variety of beans, seeds, and nuts. I was just wondering what purpose does the baking soda serve? I don't use baking soda. I usually use baking powder but I would have to put 3 times the amount to make up for the baking soda. Are there any other alternatives?
Marye says
I've never tried it without baking soda. I think it helps to tenderize the mix and make it lighter.
Kari Vorster says
Can I keep this mix in a jar in the pantry
Marye says
yes! make sure it's tightly covered.
khushi says
Hi. A great idea to do a burger mix. I would prefer to make this grillable. Any advice? I am thinking flax powder, guar gum or xantum gum or plain white flour with the boiling water. Thanks
Marye Audet says
I don't have the experience with any of that..sorry
Jay says
Try quinoa to firm up the mixture then form the patties and refrigerate them overnight
Bob says
These are amazing. My family loves them. Great substitute for Nature Burgers. I put chickpeas, beans, lentils, dried corn, rice and wheat berries through my grain mill. Then nuts, seeds and oat groats through my for processor and combine the resulting flours with the spices. It keeps well in ziplock bags in my freezer. Very fast to cook. I love them. Thanks Marye!
Marye Audet says
I'm so glad you like them! They're a leftover recipe from when I was vegetarian. 🙂
Walt Socha says
I've been looking for a veggie "roast" (usually found during Thanksgiving by Tofurkey, etc). What do you think of add an egg or two to the mix, forming a large "lump", and roasting it? (With potatoes, onions, whatever, etc).
Marye Audet says
I don't see why it wouldn't work. Give it a try and let me know!