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Split Pea Burgers

Recipe adapted from: Food Network
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 8
Calories 200

Ingredients 

  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil Plus 1-2 additional Tablespoons for sautéing
  • ½ cup Onion Chopped
  • ½ cup Bell Pepper Chopped
  • Salt To taste
  • Ground Black Pepper To taste
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Minced
  • 4 ounces Mushrooms
  • 3 cups Broth
  • 1 cup Split Peas Dry, picked, and rinsed
  • ½ cup Brown Rice Dry
  • ¾ cup Bread Crumbs Plus ¼ cup for coating; plain, dry
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Optional; ground
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Optional; ground

Equipment

  • Large Saucepan
  • Stovetop
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium Sauté Pan
  • Grill
  • Food Processor (Optional)

Instructions

  • Heat 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and a pinch of salt. Cook until onions are soft. Add the garlic and mushrooms and continue to cook for another 4 minutes.
  • Add the broth, peas, rice, and spices. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Decrease heat to low, cover and cook at a simmer for 1 hour or until the rice and peas are tender. Using precooked or instant rice can cut the cook time by about 30 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and gently pour the mixture into a bowl and mash until combined, or use a food processor and process until just combined. Do not puree. Stir in the ¾ cup of bread crumbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If using, add coriander and cumin. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Shape the mixture into patties and dredge on each side in the remaining ¼ cup of breadcrumbs. Heat 1 Tablespoon of olive oil in a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Add 2 burgers at a time and sauté until brown on each side, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side. To grill, cook on high for 3 to 4 minutes per side as well. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Split Pea Burgers
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
200
Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Sodium
 
433
mg
19
%
Potassium
 
383
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
 
35
g
12
%
Fiber
 
8
g
33
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
 
519
IU
10
%
Vitamin C
 
14
mg
17
%
Calcium
 
45
mg
5
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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