Crispy Tofu Burger

The Crispy Tofu Burger is a delightful vegan twist on a classic burger, featuring marinated and crispy fried tofu patties infused with Korean flavors. Topped with a spicy kimchi slaw and served on a soft bun, this burger is both satisfying and packed with umami goodness.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cornstarch - 3 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - for frying
• Burger buns - 2
• Cucumber - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 small, julienned
• Red cabbage - 100 grams, shredded
• Vegan mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Kimchi - 100 grams, for topping

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut into two equal patties.
2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, gochujang, and garlic powder. Marinate the tofu patties in this mixture for at least 10 minutes.
3. In another bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, julienned carrot, and sliced cucumber. In a small bowl, mix vegan mayonnaise, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper, then pour over the vegetables and toss to coat.
4. Coat each marinated tofu patty with cornstarch on both sides.
5. In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the tofu patties for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Toast the burger buns lightly in the skillet for 1-2 minutes.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing a crispy tofu patty on the bottom half of each bun, topping it with the kimchi slaw, and placing the top half of the bun over it.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Crispy Tofu Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and essential amino acids from tofu.
• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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