Crumbed Cauliflower Burger with Beetroot Jam

_INGREDIENTS:

Beetroot Marmalade

• 300g beetroot, peeled and diced
• 200g brown or red onion, sliced
• 15g butter
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 clove garlic, crushed

To Assemble

• 4 burger buns
• Mayonnaise
• Lettuce
• 2 small avocados, sliced

_METHOD

Make the Beetroot Marmalade:

• In a pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, diced beetroot, cumin, and garlic. Sauté for 10 minutes, stirring often.
• Add the apple cider vinegar and brown sugar. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and most of the liquid has evaporated. The marmalade should be sticky and jam-like. Set aside to cool.
  

Prepare the Cauliflower Steaks:

• Remove the outer leaves from the cauliflower.( Find ways on how to use cauliflower leaves on our website here) Turn the cauliflower stem-side up on a cutting board and, using a sharp knife, slice it into 2-3 thick steaks. Halve each steak through the stalk. Reserve any leftover florets for another use.
• Season the cauliflower steaks with salt and pepper.
  

Coat the Cauliflower:

• In a bowl, combine the flour, cornflour, garam masala, cumin, paprika, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
• Gradually add the milk to the dry ingredients to create a smooth batter.
• Dip each cauliflower steak into the batter, ensuring even coating, then transfer into breadcrumbs and coat evenly. Repeat with all steaks.
  

Cook the Cauliflower:

• ‍Oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the crumbed cauliflower steaks on a lined baking tray, drizzle or spray with oil, and bake for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.‍
• Air Fryer: Air fry at 200°C for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through.‍
• Frying (Optional): Heat oil in a pan and fry the steaks for 6-8 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  

Assemble the Burgers

• ‍‍Spread mayonnaise on the toasted burger buns. Layer with lettuce, crumbed cauliflower steaks, beetroot marmalade, and sliced avocado. Top with the remaining bun and serve immediately.