Beefy Bacon Burgers
These smoky, protein-packed vegan beefy bacon burgers hold up perfectly on the grill and make a satisfying barbecue favorite.
Equipment
- Grill, Mixing bowl, Microwave-safe bowl, Plastic wrap
Ingredients
- 1 cup 100 g TVP granules
- 1 cup 235 ml water
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml steak sauce
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml liquid smoke
- ¼ cup 60 ml canola or other vegetable oil
- ⅓ cup 85 g creamy natural peanut butter
- ½ cup 72 g vital wheat gluten flour
- ½ cup 50 g imitation bacon bits, store-bought or homemade
- ¼ cup 30 g nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon 7 g paprika
- 1 tablespoon 6 g garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Reconstitute the TVP by mixing it with water, steak sauce, and liquid smoke in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Alternatively, pour boiling water over the mixture, cover, and let stand for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the oil and peanut butter until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the wheat gluten, bacon bits, nutritional yeast, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Add the TVP mixture to the dry ingredients and knead until well incorporated.
- Cover and let stand for 20 minutes.
- Form into 4 to 6 patties.
- If grilling, cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side.
- If pan-frying, heat a small amount of oil in a pan and cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side.
- For a firmer texture, bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 20 minutes before pan-frying.
- Serve on a toasted bun with vegan mayo and your favorite toppings.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with crispy sweet potato fries and a side of coleslaw for a classic barbecue meal.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a bold red wine like Zinfandel or a smoky craft beer for a perfect barbecue pairing.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 250 kcal | Carbohydrates: 14 g | Protein: 18 g | Fat: 14 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 2 g | Salt: 1.2 mg
