Friday flavor: Mushroom and oat patties redefine meat-free meals
In many homes a meat-free diet gains popularity. Some people opt for tofu. Sometimes, however, a change is welcome, and that's where great vegetarian recipes come in handy. My latest discovery is patties made with mushrooms and oatmeal, which taste remarkably similar to ground meat patties.
I completely understand that not everyone is satisfied with a salad or pasta for dinner. There are fans of traditional flavors who cannot satisfy their appetite with lighter alternatives. For such individuals, a recipe for meat-free patties, which you can serve with potatoes and a salad, works well.
Patties rich in fiber and vitamins
One of the two main ingredients in the à la meat patties is rolled oats. It's not just a great filler that provides consistency and allows for shaping, but it's also a highly valuable ingredient.
Rolled oats are less processed than instant oats. As a result, they contain more fiber and have a lower glycemic index. The only downside is that they require more time to soften. Before adding them to the patty mixture, pour boiling water over them and let them sit for 10 minutes.
How to make à la meat patties without meat?
To prepare 10-12 medium-sized patties, you'll need:
- 1 cup of rolled oats,
- 9 ounces of mushrooms,
- 1 onion,
- 1 egg,
- 2 garlic cloves,
- 2 tablespoons of wheat flour,
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs,
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme,
- Salt,
- Pepper to taste,
- And canola oil for frying.
Preparation
- First, prepare the ingredients. Peel the onion and garlic, then chop them into small cubes. Wash the mushrooms and cut them into small pieces.
- Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan, then sauté the onion with garlic and mushrooms. Add seasonings—a pinch of salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook until the water evaporates, then set aside to cool.
- Mix the cooled mushrooms with the soaked rolled oats. You can squeeze out the excess water beforehand. Add the egg and flour, then form patties in your hands and coat them in breadcrumbs.
- Fry on a heated pan with a little oil until golden brown on both sides.
Ideas for other vegetarian patties
With added rolled oats, you can also make patties using beets or legumes, like lentils, chickpeas, or beans. Larger patties work great in veggie burgers.
A good idea for a meatless dinner is zucchini and carrot patties. These taste excellent topped with a wild mushroom sauce.
