Tasty toppings for garbanzo and other veggie patties:
While creating a great veggie or garbanzo burger is yummy, so is its toppings or condiments. Get wild, get creative, and create the perfect veggie burger. The two following recipes are perfect for any kind of veggie patty and even fish! Get your inner foodie on and try these recipes alone or on my recipe for Garbanzo Burgers
Tzatziki
Sauce Recipe
This Greek condiment is wonderful on
grilled meats and as dip for veggies, or try some grilled whole wheat pita
bread to dip for a great starter to a meal.
This recipe makes about 16 fl. oz.
It can be stored in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks and tastes best after an
hour of sitting in the fridge. If Greek yogurt is not available, then
substitute low-fat plain yogurt.
- 16 oz. Greek yogurt, plain
- 2 each English cucumbers, peeled and finely chopped
- 3 each large garlic cloves, minced
- Zest of one lemon
- Juice of once lemon
- 2 Tbs. Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Tbs. Fresh mint, minced
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- Fresh ground black pepper
- Kosher salt
- Place the yogurt in a mixing bowl, then add all
ingredients except the salt and pepper.
- Whisk vigorously to combine. Season with salt and
pepper
- Place tzatziki sauce in an air tight container and
place in the fridge for one hour.
*** If you prefer a smoother sauce
then place the ingredients in a food processor and combine.
Quick
Mango Relish
This recipe for mango relish has a
unique twist of curry powder and takes no time at all to prepare. If there is
any left over after preparing your veggie burgers, then this condiment also
pairs wonderfully with grilled shrimp or any other kind of seafood.
- 3 each ripe mangoes, sliced thin
- 1/4 Cup red onion, minced
- 1 each red bell pepper, minced
- 1 each jalapeno, membrane and seeds removed, minced
- 1 tsp. fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tsp. curry powder
- juice of a lime
- 1/3 cup cilantro, minced
- drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste.
- Place all ingredients in a mixing bowl and toss to
combine. Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and
pepper. This recipe develops it's true flavors as it sits in the fridge,
like the tzatziki sauce.
How
To Slice A Mango:
Slicing a mango can be a tricky job
if you don't know where the pit lies. There are a few simple tips to get the
flesh of a mango out safely and in tact.
- Always start with a sharp knife. In the unfortunate
event that you do cut yourself, it is better to do so with a sharp tool.
Let's just assume you don't.
- Choose a firm yet ripe mango and place the mango
upright with the stem facing toward the ceiling.
- Slice the the larger halves as close as you can without
hitting the pit. Keep in mind the pit is about 1/2 inch thick and about 1
1/2 inches long. You should now have two large halves and two smaller
sides still attached to the fruit.
- Slice the smaller sides and "test" the flesh
that is left on the pit.
- Place the large halves skin side down on the counter
and guide your knife against the skin, making small slices, try not to
break through the skin.
- Using a spoon, scoop out slices. If the flesh is not
easy with this method, then slice the half in half again and run your
knife along the skin and flesh.
- Repeat step six with the smaller sides.
More
Great Veggie Burger Recipes
- Mushrooms are surprisingly similar in taste and texture
to meat when cooked, and this mushroom burger recipe may just surprise you
with how tasty it is. While mushrooms provide plenty of flavor and
texture, the addition of pinto beans makes this recipe yummy.
- Food Network invites you to try this Perfect Veggie Burgers recipe from Food Network Kitchens
- This veggie bean burger has the best of everything -
black beans, brown rice, cheese, mushrooms, and a great mix of seasonings.
- Find recipes for Grilled Bean Burgers and other Carrot Recipe recipes. Get all the best recipes at Taste of Home.
- Spiced up with chili sauce, cumin, garlic and chili powder,
these quick and easy black bean burgers will make you forget all about
frozen, packaged veggie burgers. They're great on the grill or baked in
the oven.
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