Savory soy-free tofu patties with mushrooms, sweet pepper, onion and fragrant za’atar.

Ingredients

• 1 block soy-free tofu, drained and crumbled
• 1 cup mushrooms, diced
• ¼ cup sweet red pepper, diced and deseeded
• 1 cup sweet or white onion, diced
• 2–3 tbsp za’atar seasoning
• ⅓ cup coconut aminos, plus more as needed
• 1 cup gluten-free flour, plus more as needed
• Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Optionally grill or sauté mushrooms and sweet pepper first for deeper flavor.
2. Combine crumbled tofu, mushrooms, pepper and raw diced onion in a bowl.
3. Add za’atar, coconut aminos and salt to taste.
4. Mix in gluten-free flour until mixture holds together when pressed; add more gradually if needed.
5. Shape patties; chill briefly if possible.
6. Cook in a lightly oiled skillet or cast-iron grill pan until browned on both sides. Optionally finish in a 350°F oven for 3–5 minutes.

Chef’s Notes

• Pre-cooking the mushrooms and peppers adds a delicious grilled flavor.
• If the mixture is too wet to shape, add gluten-free flour gradually rather than all at once.
• A short rest in the fridge helps the patties hold together.