Buffalo Chickpea Burgers
Kayla Castle • June 9, 2021
Vegan burgers that are not difficult to make? Oh yes, it is happening! These burgers are spicy thanks to the buffalo sauce and very filling. Full of fiber and plant-based protein. Perfect for a quick lunch and freeze well to have in the future.
Recipe
Ingredients:
• 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and pat-dried
• 1 cup cooked couscous, can sub with quinoa for a gluten-free option
• ½ old fashioned rolled oats
• ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon buffalo sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt, pepper and cumin
• 1 teaspoon plant sterol
Method:
1. To the food processor add the chickpeas, oats, buffalo sauce and spices. Pulse the mixture till chopped but not mushy. It is okay if a few chickpeas are intact.
2. Place mixture in a medium size bowl. Mix in the dry couscous. Forming burger shapes about 1/3cup sized.
3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt plant sterol. Add burgers to pan cook 4 minutes on each side. Enjoy!
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