Tofu Burgers

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 celery, chopped
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying

Recipe

Preparation Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 15 mins
• place tofu in freezer 72 hours ahead of time. to thaw, fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a simmer. leave tofu in package and place in water for about 20 minutes.
• while tofu is thawing, heat 2 teaspoons vegetable oil in a small skillet. saute onion and celery until soft and lightly browned. place in a medium bowl and set aside.
• when tofu is thawed, squeeze out excess water. chop tofu finely and place in bowl with onion and celery. mix in egg, cheese, salt and pepper until thoroughly combined.
• heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and pour in 1/2 cup vegetable oil (oil should be 1/4 inch deep). drop tofu mixture into pan in 6 equal portions. flatten with a spatula to form patties. fry for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until golden.