How can I ensure these lentil burgers don't fall apart during cooking?

To prevent the burgers from breaking, add 3/4 to 1 cup of coarse cornmeal until the mixture is thick enough to easily form patties. Baking smaller, palm-sized patties also helps them hold together better.

Can I use different types of lentils or rice for this recipe?

Yes, the recipe is flexible; you can use brown, green, or black lentils, and brown rice. The key is to have them pre-cooked and cooled, ideally on the drier side.

What's the best way to prepare the rice and lentils for these burgers?

Ideally, pre-cook your rice and lentils and let them cool completely. Using refrigerated leftovers is even better, as drier ingredients contribute to a better patty consistency.

How should I store any leftover Foolproof Mega Lentil Burgers?

You can save any leftover patties for later. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days, or freeze them for longer-term storage.

What can I substitute if I don't have cayenne pepper?

If you don't have cayenne pepper, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper as an alternative to add a touch of spice to your lentil burgers.

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Foolproof Mega Lentil Burger
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Name: Foolproof Mega Lentil Burger [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 8-10
Ingredients: 1 cup brown rice, cooked; 1 3/4 cups cooked brown, green, or black lentils; 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped; 1 garlic clove; 1 cup sweet potato, skins left on and chopped; 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped; 1/3 cup ketchup or tomato paste; 1 tablespoon Dijon or yellow mustard; 3 tablespoons flax meal; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or black pepper; 3/4 -1 cup coarse cornmeal, as needed

RP By: Renee Press

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Fire and Earth Kitchen was founded by artist, educator, and self-taught chef Renee Press, as... Read More

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We can assure you that this vegan lentil burger is indeed foolproof. If you’re tired of mushy veggie burgers that fall apart, dry ones that taste like cardboard, or expensive store-bought ones with too many ingredients, then give this one a shot. You do need a food processor for this,... Read More

Ingredients You Need for Foolproof Mega Lentil Burger [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

1 cup brown rice, cooked
1 3/4 cups cooked brown, green, or black lentils
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove
1 cup sweet potato, skins left on and chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/3 cup ketchup or tomato paste
1 tablespoon Dijon or yellow mustard
3 tablespoons flax meal
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or black pepper
3/4 -1 cup coarse cornmeal, as needed

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How to Prepare Foolproof Mega Lentil Burger [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Ideally, pre-cook your rice and lentils and let cool. If you have some in the refrigerator as leftovers, even better (the drier they are the better). If not, cook them up, remove from heat and set aside. Preheat oven to 450°F and lightly oil a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
In a food processor, combine onion, garlic, sweet potato, and walnuts. Process until finely chopped and uniform consistency. Add cooked rice and lentils and process once more, scraping down the sides as needed. Transfer mixture to a large bowl and add ketchup or tomato paste, mustard, flax meal, salt, cayenne (or black pepper), and stir well.
Add cornmeal until mixture is thick and you're able to easily form a patty in your hands. Make small palm-sized patties. You can make them larger, but the smaller ones bake up a little better and have less risk of breaking apart.
Place formed patties on baking sheet, evenly spaced apart so they have room to cook and be flipped. Bake for 15-20 minutes, then carefully flip over. Return to oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until both sides are evenly browned and they have a nice crisp coating.
Serve on bread, bun, lettuce wrap of choice, or simply crumble over a salad. Top with your favorite burger fixings and save any for later.

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