- It falls apart during frying, what did I do wrong?
- The mixture was likely too wet. The beetroot must be squeezed thoroughly! If it's still soft, add more oats or breadcrumbs.
- Can I bake it in the oven?
- Yes! At 200°C for approx. 20-25 minutes, flip halfway through. This way it absorbs less oil.
Vegan beetroot patties
How to make patties without eggs and meat? The answer is the combination of 'flax egg' and chickpeas. The aqueous solution of flaxseed acts as a gelling agent, holding the patty together, while the chickpeas and oats provide the biteable texture and fullness.
Ingredients
300
g
Raw beetroot (grated, squeezed)
200
g
Cooked chickpeas (tinned is fine)
80
g
Porridge oats
1
Onion (finely chopped)
2
cloves
Garlic
2
tbsp
Ground flaxseed
6
tbsp
Water (for flaxseed)
1
tsp
Smoked paprika
1
tsp
Cumin
2
tbsp
Olive oil (for frying)
1
pinch
Salt
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Equipment Needed
- Grater
- Large mixing bowl
- Frying pan or baking tray
Allergen Information
Gluten
Instructions
1
✓
Mix the ground flaxseed with the water and set aside for 5 minutes.
Tip: The mucilage in the flaxseed hull swells with water, forming an egg-white-like binder.
2
✓
Salt the grated beetroot slightly, let it sit, then squeeze out the juice.
Tip: Salt draws water out of the vegetable via osmosis, so it won't make the patty soggy.
3
✓
Mash the chickpeas with a fork (keep it chunky!), mix in the beetroot, oats, onions, spices and the flax jelly.
Tip: Varying textures (puréed and chunky parts) make the bite enjoyable.
4
✓
Let the mixture stand for 10 minutes so the oats soak up moisture.
Tip: During resting, the oats bind the remaining moisture.
5
✓
Form patties and fry in a little oil for 4-5 minutes per side until they get a crust.
Tip: The crust (Maillard reaction) provides flavour and holds the patty together.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 300 g Raw beetroot (grated, squeezed)
- 200 g Cooked chickpeas (tinned is fine)
- 80 g Porridge oats
- 1 Onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Ground flaxseed
- 6 tbsp Water (for flaxseed)
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (for frying)
- 1 pinch Salt