Vegan Patty Melts
A delightful plant-based twist on a classic comfort food, featuring chickpea and tofu patties, melted cheese, and caramelized onions.
Ingredients
For the patties
- 1 can Chickpeas (drained and mashed) Can use canned chickpeas for convenience.
- 1 block Tofu (crumbled) Press tofu to remove excess moisture for better texture.
- 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste.
- 2 tbsp Olive oil For cooking the patties.
For the assembly
- 1 medium Onion (sliced) Caramelize for sweetness.
- 4 slices Vegan cheese (optional) Use your favorite vegan cheese.
- 4 slices Sandwich bread of choice Sourdough or rye for a twist.
- 4 tbsp Dijon mustard For spreading on bread.
Instructions
Preparation
- Mash the chickpeas in a bowl and mix in crumbled tofu, salt, and pepper. Shape the mixture into patties.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the patties until they are golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes each side.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and caramelize them until they are sweet and golden, which should take around 8 minutes.
Assembly
- Spread Dijon mustard on a slice of bread, add a cooked burger patty, caramelized onions, and cheese if desired.
- Top with another slice of bread and grill the sandwich until the bread is toasted and the cheese melts.
- Serve warm and enjoy your delicious vegan patty melts!
Notes
Store any leftover vegan patty melts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven to maintain texture. Consider adding spices or experimenting with different types of bread for extra flavor.