Crispy Tofu Chilli Burger

Introduction

Indulge in the flavors of a homemade vegan delight with this crispy tofu chilli burger. Perfect for any meal, this recipe combines the richness of tofu with the tanginess of homemade chilli-garlic paste and the creaminess of a mayonnaise-chilli sauce blend. Follow these steps to create the tastiest homemade burger patty.

Ingredients

• Dry Red Chillies: 9-10

• Garlic Cloves: 5-6

• Tomato Ketchup: 2 tbsp

• Mayonnaise: 5 tbsp

• Red Chilli Sauce: 1.5 tbsp

• Tofu: 150-200 gms

• Corn Flour: 1/3 cup

• Dry Coconut Flakes/Shredded Coconut: 1/3 cup

• Salty Crackers: 5-6 pieces

• Eggs: 2

• Salt: 1 tsp

• Sugar: 1/4 tsp

• Burger Buns: 2

• Butter: 1 tbsp

• Cooking Oil: As needed

• Cucumbers: To taste

• Jalapeño Pickle: To taste

• Onions: To taste

• Tomato: To taste

Instructions

1. Prepare Chilli-Garlic Paste:

   • Lightly toast dry red chillies and garlic cloves in a pan. Let them cool.

   • Blend the chillies, garlic, salt, sugar, tomato ketchup, and a bit of water into a smooth paste.

2. Prepare Mayonnaise-Chilli Sauce:

   • In a bowl, thoroughly mix mayonnaise with red chilli sauce. Set aside.

3. Prepare Tofu Patties:

   • Slice tofu into thin, round patties.

   • In a bowl, mix cornflour, dry coconut flakes, and crumbled salty crackers.

   • Beat the eggs with a pinch of salt.

   • Dip each tofu patty first into the egg, then coat evenly with the cornflour mixture.

4. Cooking:

   • Heat cooking oil in a pan. Fry each coated tofu patty until dark golden brown.

   • Toast the burger buns with butter in another pan.

5. Assembling the Burger:

   • On one half of the bun, spread the chilli-garlic paste.

   • Layer with sliced cucumbers, jalapeño pickles, onions, and a tofu patty.

   • Add sliced tomatoes on top of the patty.

   • Spread the mayonnaise-chilli sauce mixture on the other half of the bun.

   • Close the burger with the top bun.

Serve your delicious crispy tofu chilli burger with your favorite soft drink and enjoy! 😊