Sichuan Pepper Tofu-Mushroom Patties
1 min readI like to serve these fragrant patties inside hamburger buns and top with spinach leaves, red onion, and sweet chili sauce.
MAKES 4 PATTIES
12 ounces firm tofu, drained
1⁄4 pound sliced fresh cultivated white mushrooms
1⁄2 tablespoon toasted (dark) sesame oil
1⁄4 teaspoon ground Sichuan peppercorns
Salt, to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon canola or peanut oil
Sichuan sauce, sweet chili sauce. or hoisin sauce, to serve
In a food processor fitted with a knife blade, process the tofu, mushrooms, sesame oil, pepper, and salt until just combined. Add the flour and process until thoroughly combined but still slightly chunky. Transfer to a flat work surface and divide the mixture into 4 portions. Shape into 4 1⁄2-inch-thick patties.
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the canola oil over medium heat. Add the patties and cook until nicely browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Serve at once, with the sauce passed separately.
{PER SERVING} Calories 231 • Protein 11g • Total Fat 10g • Sat Fat 1g • Cholesterol 0mg • Carbohydrate 27g • Dietary Fiber 2g • Sodium 8mg
