Pecan-Quinoa Burger, Vegan, Glutenfree

 

Combine the following and bring to a boil in a stainless steel 'less water' type pot, put on lid and turn down to Lowest setting for about 5 minutes.  Remove from burner and let it cool (lid still on):

1 C organic quinoa

2 C water

Preheat oven to 350 F

Combine and blend together in a food

 processor the following

 (coarse vs. paste):


1/2 C. water

1 C pecans – 

1 T. ground chia seed

1/2 C wheat-free Tamari 

1/3 C melted coconut oil or olive oil

1/4 C nutritional yeast flakes

2 tsp dried organic basil

2 tsp dried organic oregano

2 tsp organic onion powder

2 tsp organic garlic powder

1 tsp organic ground sage

1 tsp organic ground fennel

Pour into quinoa; mix well.   Let mix

 sit until extra water is absorbed.  

A little oatmeal can be added if the batter seems too thin.

On a parchment-covered pan mound 

burgers.  Shape with fingers.  They will

 be crumbly but delicious.  

Bake 15 minutes on each side. This makes about 10-20 patties.  Freeze well.

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*this is an adaptation of Oat-Pecan Patties recipe by Rena from the Hallelujah Diet and Lifestyle group.