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tofu burgers with tomato salsa
INGREDIENTS:
- 350g firm organic silken Tofu
- 2 large eggs
- 75g wholemeal breadcrumbs
- 1 Tbs Vegemite
- 1 large bunch of cherry tomatoes
- 1 bunch bok choy
- 1 Tbs red wine vinegar
- 1/2 handful fresh basil
- 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary
- Salt & pepper
METHOD:
Wrap the tofu in a clean tea towl and squeeze out the moisture. Place the tofu in a bowl and add the eggs, breadcrumbs, vegemite & salt and pepper. Mix together well and form burger sized patties.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a fry pan with a little olive oil, splash of water, pepper and the vinegar. Cook until they soften and add the basil leaves and bok choy. Season with more salt & pepper if you wish.
Lately, in a hot pan sprayed with oil, place the rosemary leaves into small piles and place the patties on top to cook until they are browned on each side.
Recipe makes approx 5 patties.
Enjoy!
Fun Nutritional Facts
Tofu is a great vegetarian alternative for protein. However, be sure to choose a good quality tofu and also avoid eating it all the time as it has been known to effect particular hormones within women.