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Ingredients
- 30 ounces tofu
- 13 cup grated carrot
- 14 cup minced leek, , scallions,or onions
- 2 tablespoons ground roasted sesame seeds or 2 tablespoons ground roasted peanuts
- oil (for frying)
Method
- Cut tofu into thin slices and arrange between two layers of dishtowel.
- Let stand for 15 minutes, then put firm pieces in the middle of a dry dishtowel, gather the corners, twist to form a sack, and squeeze tofu firmly to drain off as much moisture as possible.
- In a shallow bowl, combine tofu with carrot, leeks, and sesame seeds.
- Knead, as if kneading bread, for about 3 minutes.
- When dough is smooth and holds together well, moisten palms with oil and shape dough into patties, 3 to 3 1/2 inches in diameter.
- Pour oil into a wok (to a depth of 1 1/2 inches) or skillet (to a depth of 1/4 to 12 inch).
- Heat oil to 375 degrees F.
- Fry burgers until crisp and nicely browned, about 4minutes on one side, 3 minutes on the other.
- Drain and serve hot.
