TVP Burgers

Ingredients:

1 cup textured vegetable protein
1/4 cup rolled oats, roughly ground or chopped a few times
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon parsley
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
3/4 cup hot water
1 tablespoon tomato paste or barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon nut butter
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
1 egg replacer (optional)
salt

Combine the protein and oats with the seasonings and stir in the hot water. Set aside for at least 20 minutes and add all the remaining ingredients, adding more water as needed.

Divide the mixture in four and shape into patties. Cook on each side until golden brown.

Serve with buns, greens, tomatoes, and sauce.