Chef David Lee Plant Based Burger Recipe
Plant-based burgers have become incredibly popular in recent years, with many people choosing to cut back on their meat consumption for health, ethical or environmental reasons. But not all plant-based burgers are created equal. Chef David Lee, the founder of Planta, a popular plant-based restaurant chain, has shared his recipe for the ultimate plant-based burger. Here's how to make it:
Ingredients
For the burger patties:
- 1 1/2 cups cooked lentils
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped mushrooms
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup cooked brown rice
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the burger toppings:
- Burger buns
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Onion
- Pickles
- Cheese (vegan or dairy)
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise (vegan or regular)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients for the burger patties. Mix well.
3. Form the mixture into 4-6 burger patties, depending on how big you like your burgers.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a bit of oil if necessary.
5. Cook the burger patties for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until nicely browned.
6. Transfer the patties to a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, until fully cooked.
7. While the burgers are cooking, prepare your toppings.
8. Toast the burger buns in a toaster or on a grill.
9. Assemble your burgers with your desired toppings.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!
Why This Recipe Works
Chef David Lee's plant-based burger recipe is a winner for several reasons. First, it's packed with protein and nutrients, thanks to the lentils, quinoa, nuts, and other whole foods. Second, the combination of ingredients gives the burger a satisfying texture and flavor, with a nice crunch from the walnuts and a smoky kick from the paprika.
Third, the recipe is easy to customize to your liking. You can add or subtract ingredients based on what you have on hand or what your taste preferences are. For example, you could add some chopped spinach or kale to the mixture for extra greens, or swap out the mushrooms for bell peppers if you don't like mushrooms.
Finally, the burger is versatile enough to be served in a variety of ways. You could serve it on a bun with all the classic burger fixings, or crumble it up and use it as a topping for a salad or a bowl. Either way, it's a delicious and healthy option for anyone looking to cut back on meat or try something new.
