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Contributed By: timtim99
Dr. Weil

Slices of frozen tofu provide the "chewiness" associated with a truly good burger. The dark marinade lends a "meaty" flavor and moist juices. This "burger" has the chewy texture and juiciness associated with a truly good hamburger. Serve on sprouted rolls with tofu mayonnaise.

Ingredients

2 lbs. Medium-firm or firm tofu (NOT silken tofu), frozen at least 48 hours

1 1/2 cups Water

2 tbsp Soy sauce (regular or mushroom)

2 tbsp Ketchup (fruit-juice sweetened, cane-sugar sweetened, or organic)

2 tsp Marmite, Vegemite or other yeast extract (gives a “beefy” flavor) or 4 tsp red miso

1/4 tsp Garlic granules

1/4 tsp Dried oregano

1/4 tsp Dried basil

1/4 tsp Onion powder

Preparation

1. Thaw out the tofu. Slice each pound block into three thick slices. Place the slices on a cookie sheet covered with a couple of clean, folded tea towels. Cover the slices with more tea towels and another cookie sheet. Weigh this arrangement down with something heavy for about 15-20 minutes. Now the tofu slices are ready for marinating.

2. Mix the marinade ingredients together and pour over the prepared tofu slices in a shallow container in one layer. Cover and let marinate for several hours or days.

3. Just before serving, pan-fry on a lightly-oiled heavy skillet or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned on both sides. Or cook on an indoor grill. Serve on buns with all the trimmings.

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