This hearty plant-based burger combines earthy mushrooms, savory hoisin sauce, and nutty pecans for a deeply satisfying bite. The addition of cooked basmati rice and breadcrumbs creates a tender yet sturdy patty that holds together beautifully on the grill. Aromatic onions, garlic, and a hint of jalapeno heat elevate the flavor profile, making it perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners. Serve on toasted buns with fresh lettuce and your favorite condiments for a complete meal that rivals any meat-based burger.
Triple Mushroom Burger
Description
This hearty plant-based burger combines earthy mushrooms, savory hoisin sauce, and nutty pecans for a deeply satisfying bite. The addition of cooked basmati rice and breadcrumbs creates a tender yet sturdy patty that holds together beautifully on the grill. Aromatic onions, garlic, and a hint of jalapeno heat elevate the flavor profile, making it perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners. Serve on toasted buns with fresh lettuce and your favorite condiments for a complete meal that rivals any meat-based burger.Ingredients
Directions
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Dry-pan roast pecans until fragrant, then cool and process into a coarse powder.
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Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until onions are browned at the edges and garlic is golden.
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Add seeded jalapeno, chopped red bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet.
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Reduce heat, cover, and cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
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Stir in hoisin sauce and mix well with the vegetables.
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Transfer the vegetable mixture to a large bowl using a slotted spoon, leaving the sauce in the skillet.
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Increase heat under the skillet and reduce the remaining sauce until very thick, stirring often for 5 to 10 minutes.
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Pour the thickened sauce over the vegetable mixture in the bowl.
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Place the vegetable mixture and cooked basmati rice into a food processor.
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Pulse several times until the ingredients are thoroughly blended but still have some texture.
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Transfer the mixture back to a large bowl and mix in ground pecans and dry bread crumbs by hand.
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Season with salt to taste.
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Form the mixture into 3-inch patties about 1/2-inch thick, adding extra crumbs if necessary to help them hold their shape.
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Handle the delicate patties gently.
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Broil or grill patties until brown on both sides and heated through.
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Serve on toasted buns with lettuce, onion, and ketchup.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 23.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.3g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 2.8g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 1.2g
- Protein 0.4g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.