Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted cashews
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 6 cremini mushrooms or 6 white mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 (540 ml) can lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon curry paste
  • 1/2 cup dry bread, crumbs
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped (optional)
  • 1 carrot, shredded (optional)
  • 1 pepper, chopped (your favorite kind) (optional)

Method

  • In a dry skillet, toast the cashews over medium-low heat for about five minutes. Transfer to food processor or blender.
  • In same skillet, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms, onion and garlic for about five minutes or until onion is golden. Add to food processor or blender along with salt and pepper.
  • Add lentils and curry paste to food processor, pulse to combine. Add optional ingredients, if using, and pulse to combine. Mix in bread crumbs. Shape into four 1-inch thick patties.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat; fry patties until crusty (about 15 minutes).
  • Put burgers onto bun and add toppings of your choice and enjoy your fabulous meal!