How do you prepare vegan vegetable patties?

Ingredients:

For the Patties:

- 1 cup of various chopped vegetables (e.g., carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms)

- 1 cup of cooked lentils or beans (any type)

- 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs or rolled oats

- 1/4 cup of chopped onions or shallots

- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, cilantro, thyme)

- 2 tablespoons of chickpea flour or all-purpose flour

- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder

- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika

- Salt and pepper to taste

- 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil

For Serving (optional):

- Burger buns or your favorite bread

- Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, and other desired burger toppings

- Vegan cheese (optional)

- Vegan mayonnaise or other sauces (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables and Lentils:

- Chop the vegetables into small pieces and cook them if necessary.

- Rinse and cook the lentils or beans until tender, following package instructions.

2. Mix the Ingredients:

- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked vegetables, cooked lentils/beans, panko breadcrumbs or rolled oats, onions/shallots, herbs, chickpea flour or all-purpose flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

- Mix everything well until the ingredients are well combined.

3. Form the Patties:

- Take a portion of the mixture and form it into a patty shape using your hands. Flatten the patty to the desired thickness.

- Repeat this process for all the mixture, making as many patties as you can.

4. Pan-Frying the Patties:

- Heat the olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.

- Once the oil is hot, gently place the patties in the pan. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan.

- Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.

- Repeat this process for all the patties.

5. Serve and Enjoy:

- Once all the patties are cooked, you can serve them immediately.

- Place the patties in burger buns and add your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, and vegan cheese.

- Drizzle with vegan mayonnaise or other sauces if desired.

- Enjoy your delicious homemade vegan vegetable patties!

Note:

- Feel free to adjust the ratio of vegetables and cooked lentils/beans according to your preference. You can also experiment with different vegetable combinations and herbs to create different flavors.