Vegetarian Hummus Burgers

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Vegetarian Hummus Burgers

 

1/2 cup bulgur

1 19 oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 tbsps. lemon juice

1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 tsp. each salt and ground cumin

1/4 tsp. each ground coriander and pepper

1 egg

1/2 cup chopped roasted or fresh sweet red pepper

1/4 cup dry bread crumbs

2 tbsps. chopped fresh parsley

1 tbsp. vegetable oil

 

Pour 1 cup boiling water over bulgur; cover and let stand for 10 minutes. Drain

well. In food processor, finely chop chickpeas. Add bulgur, lemon juice, garlic,

salt, cumin, coriander, pepper and egg; pulse to combine. Stir in red pepper,

bread crumbs and parsley. Shape into 8 patties.

In nonstick skillet, heat half of the oil over medium-high heat; cook patties,

in batches and adding remaining oil, for 4 to 6 minutes per side or until

golden.

Tahini Sauce; Mix 1/4 cup each water and tahini, 1 tsp. grated lemon rind, 2

tbsp. lemon juice, 1 tsp. chopped fresh parsley, 1 clove garlic, minced, and

pinch sugar (optional). Stir in up to 2 tbsps. more water if desired.

Makes 1/2 cup.