A meatless yet filling and delicious burger recipe, perfect for the BBQ season.
All you need is:
Lamb Brand quinoa, 125g uncooked
Lamb Brand Breadcrumbs / Lamb Brand Ground Almonds, 75g
Lamb Brand Cumin Seeds, 1 tbsp.toasted and crushed
Lamb Brand Salt, 1½ tsp.
Lamb Brand Smoked/Hot Paprika, 1 tsp.
Lamb Brand Coriander seeds, 1 tbsp.toasted and crushed
Cauliflower,800g
Parmesan cheese, 75g
Garlic clove, 1 minced
Egg, 1
Olive oil, divided 3-4 tbsp.
All you have to do is:
- Preheat the oven to 200C.
- Bring 250ml of water to the boil. Add the quinoa, lower the heat and simmer for about 12-14 minutes.
- Cut the cauliflower into florets, transfer to a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with spices to taste. Roast for 20-30 minutes. Let cool. Pulse through a food processor to form small pieces that stick together.
- Combine the cooked, pulsed cauliflower with the quinoa, garlic, breadcrumbs / ground almonds, cheese, egg, paprika and salt.
- Form 10 patties.
- In an oiled or non-stick pan over medium heat, cook the burgers until golden brown on each side, flipping very carefully to avoid breaking. Set aside on a paper towel lined plate.
- Serve together with salad or in pitta pockets with your favourite condiment and toppings.
Note: These burgers can be cooked and kept in the fridge for 2-3 days but they also freeze nicely too.