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Vegan Lentil Frisco Melt Recipe

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This Vegan Lentil Frisco Melt is a delicious plant-based twist on the classic sandwich. Featuring hearty baked lentil patties seasoned with smoky and savory flavors, topped with a tangy and creamy vegan Frisco sauce, caramelized onions, and optional vegan cheese, all sandwiched between toasted bread and pan-grilled to golden perfection. It’s a perfect vegan comfort meal that’s satisfying and full of flavor.

Ingredients

Lentil Patties

  • 1 cup cooked lentils
  • 2 tbsp flaxseed meal
  • 3 tbsp water
  • 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke
  • 1 tsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • a pinch of salt and pepper

Vegan Frisco Sauce

  • 1/2 cup vegan mayo
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tsp sweet pickle relish
  • 2 tsp agave syrup
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • a pinch of black pepper

For the Melt

  • Sandwich bread of choice
  • 1/4 white onion, sliced thin
  • Vegan cheese (optional)
  • Vegan butter for spreading on the bread

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the lentil patties.
  2. Prepare lentils: In a large bowl, add the cooked lentils and mash them using a fork or potato masher until they are mostly broken down but still have some texture.
  3. Make flax egg: In a small bowl, whisk together the flaxseed meal and water and let it sit for about a minute to thicken.
  4. Mix lentil patty ingredients: Add the panko bread crumbs, olive oil, liquid smoke, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the lentils. Then add the thickened flax egg and stir everything well until it forms a mixture that holds together.
  5. Form patties: Divide the mixture into either 2 large patties or 4 small ones. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten into patties.
  6. Bake patties: Spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray and place patties on it. Spray the tops with more non-stick spray. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping the patties halfway through at 10 minutes, until firm and cooked through.
  7. Make Frisco sauce: While baking, whisk together all sauce ingredients in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, then set aside.
  8. Assemble sandwich: Spread one slice of bread with Frisco sauce, layer sliced onions on top, then add a lentil patty and vegan cheese if using. Spread more Frisco sauce on the other slice of bread and close the sandwich.
  9. Pan-grill melt: Heat a pan over medium-high heat and either add olive oil or spread vegan butter on the top slice of bread. Place sandwich buttered-side down in the pan, press it down slightly and brown for about a minute.
  10. Flip and brown other side: Spread vegan butter on the now-top slice. Flip the sandwich carefully, press it down again, and brown the other side until the bread is golden and the inside is hot and melty.
  11. Serve: Remove the sandwich from the pan and serve immediately while warm and gooey.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free bread and gluten-free panko if you require a gluten-free version.
  • The lentil patties can be made in advance and refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking.
  • Optional vegan cheese adds extra creaminess but can be omitted to keep it simpler.
  • If you prefer, you can pan-fry the patties instead of baking, using a skillet and a little oil over medium heat until crisp on both sides.
  • Adjust the level of liquid smoke and soy sauce to suit your taste preferences for smokiness and saltiness.

Find it online: https://deliciousyum.com/vegan-lentil-frisco-melt-recipe/