Peanut Sauce Burger

The Peanut Sauce Burger is a delightful vegetarian dish that combines a savory, spiced veggie patty with a rich and creamy peanut sauce, all nestled between a fluffy bun. This fusion of flavors offers a unique taste experience inspired by Chinese cuisine.

Ingredients

• Black bean - 200 grams
• Cooked rice - 100 grams
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Burger buns - 2
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Cucumber - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1/2, grated
• Peanut butter - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (for sauce) - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Chili paste - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, mash the black beans with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks.
2. Add cooked rice, chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
3. Form the mixture into two patties and refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
5. While the patties are cooking, prepare the peanut sauce by mixing together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
6. Toast the burger buns lightly in the same pan for a minute, if desired.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on each bun, topping with lettuce, cucumber slices, grated carrot, and drizzling with peanut sauce.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Peanut Sauce Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber from black beans, supporting muscle health and digestion.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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