Masala Vada Burger

The Masala Vada Burger is a delightful fusion of Indian flavors and western burger style, featuring a spiced lentil patty served on a soft bun with fresh vegetables. This vegan burger is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrition, making it a perfect meal choice.

Ingredients

• Chana dal (split chickpeas) - 100 grams
• Potato - 1 medium (about 150 grams)
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Bread crumbs - 1/4 cup
• Oil - for shallow frying
• Burger buns - 2
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Tomato - 1, sliced
• Cucumber - 1, sliced
• Vegan mayo - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Soak the chana dal in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse before use.
2. In a pot, boil the potato until tender. Once cooked, peel and mash the potato in a bowl.
3. In a food processor, pulse the soaked chana dal with ginger, green chili, cumin powder, salt, and chopped coriander leaves until you achieve a coarse mixture. Do not over-blend.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potato with the chana dal mixture, add chopped onions, garam masala, and bread crumbs. Mix well to combine.
5. Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties.
6. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Shallow fry the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
7. While the patties are frying, slice the burger buns in half and toast them lightly on a pan or in a toaster.
8. Assemble the burgers by spreading vegan mayo on the bottom half of each bun, adding a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked masala vada patty, sliced tomatoes, and cucumbers. Top with the other half of the bun.
9. Serve hot with chutney or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chana dal, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health and keeping you full longer.

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