Sig’s Puy lentil and Porcini mushroom burger

Puy lentils, also known as French green lentils, have a distinct peppery flavor and hold their shape well when cooked, making them perfect for burgers.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Sig’s Puy lentil and Porcini mushroom burger

Cooking Method: Baking, Pan frying Cuisine: International Courses: Burger, Lunch, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Puy lentils
• 30 gram Dried porcini mushrooms
• 400 milliliter Hot vegetable stock
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 piece Garlic cloves
• 15 gram Fresh parsley
• 50 gram Breadcrumbs
• 1 piece Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 piece Burger buns
• 4 piece Lettuce leaves
• 4 piece Tomato slices
• 4 tablespoon Mayonnaise

Instructions

1. Rinse the Puy lentils under cold water. Soak the dried porcini mushrooms in hot vegetable stock for 10 minutes.
2. Finely chop the onion, garlic, and fresh parsley.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion and garlic until soft.
4. Add the drained lentils, soaked mushrooms (chopped), and vegetable stock. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the lentils are tender and the stock is absorbed.
5. Transfer the lentil mixture to a large bowl and let it cool for a few minutes.
6. Add breadcrumbs, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
7. Shape the mixture into 4 patties and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
8. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the patties for 15 minutes.
9. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan and fry the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
10. Toast the burger buns and assemble the burgers with lettuce, tomato slices, lentil patties, and a dollop of mayonnaise.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.