Description
This Sweet Potato Vegan Burger recipe combines nutritious sweet potatoes, tofu, and sweet corn with aromatic spices and fresh cilantro to create flavorful, hearty vegan patties. Caramelized onions add sweetness and depth, while panko breadcrumbs help bind the mixture. Pan-fried to golden perfection and served on toasted buns, these burgers are a satisfying plant-based option perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegan Burger Patties
- 1/2 Onion
- 1 tablespoon Ground Flaxseed
- 2 1/2 tablespoon Water
- 1 cup Tofu
- 2 Sweet Potatoes
- 1/2 cup Sweet Corn
- 1 handful Fresh Cilantro
- 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
To Serve
- 4 Hamburger Buns
- Favorite burger toppings and sauces (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Flax Egg: Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 2 1/2 tablespoons of water and place it in the fridge for 15 minutes to thicken and set, acting as an egg replacement in the vegan burger.
- Caramelize Onion: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1/2 onion and cook for about 15 minutes until the onion is soft, translucent, and caramelized, providing sweet flavor depth to the patties.
- Mix Burger Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of tofu (crumbled), 2 cooked and mashed sweet potatoes, the caramelized onions, 1/2 cup sweet corn, and 1 handful of fresh chopped cilantro. Mix thoroughly.
- Add Seasonings and Binders: Stir in 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Then add 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and the flax egg mixture. Mix well until the mixture sticks together easily.
- Form Patties: Wet your hands with water or olive oil to prevent sticking, and form the mixture into burger-sized patties that will fit your buns perfectly.
- Cook Patties: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until they are browned and cooked through.
- Toast Buns and Assemble: Toast 4 hamburger buns lightly. Place the cooked sweet potato burger patties on the buns and add your favorite toppings and sauces before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- To cook the sweet potatoes, you can boil or roast them until tender before mashing.
- If you prefer a gluten-free option, substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Adjust cayenne pepper amount according to your spice preference.
- For extra moisture, you can add a tablespoon of olive oil or water to the mixture if it feels dry.
- These patties can be cooked in advance and reheated in a skillet or oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan, American
Keywords: sweet potato burger, vegan burger, plant-based burger, tofu burger, healthy burger, vegetarian burger, sweet corn, homemade burger, vegan recipe
