Gochujang Tempeh Burger

The Gochujang Tempeh Burger combines the nutty flavors of tempeh with the spicy and sweet notes of gochujang, creating a satisfying vegan burger that's full of personality. Topped with fresh vegetables and a creamy sauce, this dish is perfect for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

• Tempeh - 200 grams
• Gochujang - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Breadcrumbs - 1/4 cup
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Burger buns - 2
• Lettuce - 2 leaves
• Tomato - 1, sliced
• Cucumber - 1/2, sliced
• Vegan mayo - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Steam the tempeh for 10 minutes to soften it, then let it cool slightly.
2. In a bowl, crumble the steamed tempeh into fine pieces.
3. Add gochujang, soy sauce, maple syrup, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, breadcrumbs, chopped green onion, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
4. Form the mixture into two patties.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil. Cook the patties for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.
6. While the patties are cooking, mix the vegan mayo with lime juice in a small bowl to create a sauce.
7. To assemble, spread the lime mayo on the bottom of each burger bun, add a lettuce leaf, place the tempeh patty on top, and layer with tomato and cucumber slices. Top with the other half of the bun.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Gochujang Tempeh Burgers.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from tempeh, promoting muscle health and digestion.
• Gochujang contains antioxidants and can boost metabolism.

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