So yesterday I gave the Nature's Burger Mix a second try. I incorporated some of the ideas I got from the first experiment. I threw some frozen veggies in my food processor (carrots, green beans, corn, peas, bell peppers), then mixed that with some vegetarian vegetable broth. I used that instead of water to make the dough. I also added some ground black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. From both experiences with this product, I've found that mixing exactly equal parts of liquid and powder mix results in a dough that is too wet; I had to add extra mix a little at a time to get a firm, moldable dough.
The result: definitely better flavor. The sesame flavor was still very strong, but not quite so overpowering. As I suspected, the patty didn't hold together quite as well with the extra ingredients, but it wasn't a huge problem. I think some more experimentation is in order, but it looks promising.
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Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Nature's Burger Mix
Today I tried Nature's Burger Mix by Fantastic Foods, purchased from the bulk foods section of my local grocery store.
It was extremely easy to make -- mix equal parts burger mix and hot water, form into patty, fry in pan, serve on bread with cheese/condiments. I had no idea how much to use, so I guessed and used about 1/3 cup water and mix, which made one patty with a small bit left over. 1/4 cup would probably be about right.
I thought the dough smelled really bland so I added a few things -- a little fresh ground black pepper, garlic powder, celery salt -- but it didn't seem to help much. I thought about mixing in some diced veggies for more flavor, but wasn't sure if the mix would hold together with extra wet ingredients. Plus, I wanted to get an idea of how the product was (more or less) on its own.
The "burger" tastes strongly of sesame to me (not surprising since it does have a lot of sesame seeds in it...). For others, this could be a good thing or bad thing. For me, I thought it was a bit much.
The texture is good. It held together well while cooking and eating.
Overall, I'm not too impressed with the product as is, but I think it has a lot of potential -- especially since it is so quick and easy to make. I think with a little experimenting, some veggies or other ingredients could be added for more flavor, or veggie broth could be used instead of water. Also, I could see this mix being used to make "meat"-balls or perhaps other things...
Allergens: Wheat, soy, sesame
Vegan
It was extremely easy to make -- mix equal parts burger mix and hot water, form into patty, fry in pan, serve on bread with cheese/condiments. I had no idea how much to use, so I guessed and used about 1/3 cup water and mix, which made one patty with a small bit left over. 1/4 cup would probably be about right.
I thought the dough smelled really bland so I added a few things -- a little fresh ground black pepper, garlic powder, celery salt -- but it didn't seem to help much. I thought about mixing in some diced veggies for more flavor, but wasn't sure if the mix would hold together with extra wet ingredients. Plus, I wanted to get an idea of how the product was (more or less) on its own.
The "burger" tastes strongly of sesame to me (not surprising since it does have a lot of sesame seeds in it...). For others, this could be a good thing or bad thing. For me, I thought it was a bit much.
The texture is good. It held together well while cooking and eating.
Overall, I'm not too impressed with the product as is, but I think it has a lot of potential -- especially since it is so quick and easy to make. I think with a little experimenting, some veggies or other ingredients could be added for more flavor, or veggie broth could be used instead of water. Also, I could see this mix being used to make "meat"-balls or perhaps other things...
Allergens: Wheat, soy, sesame
Vegan
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