Bean-Rice Burgers
Recipe Courtesy of Reasor's
While inexpensive, these burgers are hearty and satisfying. They are equally good served plain or in buns.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons Green Onions, sliced
1/4 cup Celery, finely diced
2 tablespoons Butter or Margarine
1 cup Cooked Soy or Other Dry Beans, mashed or chopped
1 cup Brown Rice, cooked
1 cup Sunflower Seeds, ground
1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
1/4 cup Whole Wheat Flour
2 teaspoons Sweet Pickle Relish
2 tablespoons Ketchup
2 teaspoons Soy Sauce
1/2 teaspoon Dried Basil Leaves, crumbled
2 Eggs, slightly beaten
1/8 teaspoon Black Pepper
Salt
Onion Rings, sliced and pickle slices
Chili Sauce or Ketchup, optional
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Directions
- Sauté onions and celery in 1 Tbsp. of the butter for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add to beans, rice, sunflower seeds, cheese, flour, pickle relish, catsup, soy sauce, basil, eggs and black pepper. Mix well. Add salt to taste.
- Shape into 8 patties about 1/2-inch thick.
- Heat remaining butter in large skillet. Add patties. Cook slowly, turning once, until well browned.
- Transfer to serving platter Garnish with sliced onion rings and pickle slices. Serve with chili sauce, if desired.
Servings: 4