Split Pea-Barley Burger with Quick Pickled Onions

January 13, 2015

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Information

Servings: 4 (without bun)
Time: About 40 minutes active; 2 1/2 hours total
Price: About $5.00 total; $1.25 per serving without bun
Nutrition (per serving):
Calories: 212
Protein: 10.7g
Fat: 3.6g
Saturated fat: 0.71g
Carbohydrates: 35.9g
Fiber: 10.1g
Sodium: 292.4mg
Cholesterol: 53.3mg
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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup dried split peas
• 1/4 cup dried barley
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 3 Tbsp kosher salt
• 2 Tbsp sugar
• 1 large red onion, sliced thin
• 1 tsp EVOO
• 1/2 cup grated carrot
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 Tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 1 egg, beaten
• Burger buns and condiments

Preparation

1. In a small pot over medium heat, toast split peas and barley for 1-2 minutes. Then add stock, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 20-25 minutes until tender. Let cool.
2. Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, salt, sugar and 2 cups water in a medium bowl until everything is dissolved. Add onion slices and let sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
3. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté grated carrot in EVOO until soft, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic, tomato paste, cumin, oregano, and chili powder. Cook 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
4. In a large bowl, add split pea-barley mixture, carrot-spice mixture, breadcrumbs, parsley and egg and mix well. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
5. Form into four patties and sauté in a skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat, about 3-5 minutes per side.
6. To assemble, add burger to bun, top with drained pickled onions, and any other favorite condiments.