These Jackfruit Burgers are so easy and delicious! All plant-based ingredients easily come together to form the most crave-worthy patties. They are crispy on the outside and so full of irresistible savory flavor on the inside!
This easy jackfruit patty recipe makes 4 patties but it’s probably best to double or triple it because everyone will be coming back for more!
They are so incredibly simple to make, yet packed full of flavor. Once you try these homemade veggie burgers, you will not want to go back to store-bought!
After the jackfruit, the oats are the next big hero of this recipe. They not only add a balance to the slightly tangy jackfruit, but they absorb extra moisture and hold everything together. Then, the ketchup and nutritional yeast give them a classic cheeseburger flavor.
We like to whip them up when we’re having a family burger night and I always make extras to freeze for later!
All you do is process the oats in a food processor before adding in the rest of the patty ingredients and blending them into a moist mixture.
Then, I let it chill for half an hour so the flavors can come together. When we’re ready to eat, I cook them in a sizzling hot pan for the best lunch or dinner!
If you’re looking for some more delicious burger or sandwich recipes, check out my Chickpea Patties, Buffalo Tofu Sandwiches, Roasted Tomato Sandwiches, and Southwestern Black Bean Burgers!
Reasons To Love These Burgers
- So filling
- They are easy to make
- Taste just like cheeseburgers
- Naturally vegan and gluten-free
- Great as a make-ahead meal because they freeze well
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Ingredients And Substitutions
- Oats – Use rolled oats or a little less if they are already in the form of oat flour. Oats are great for balancing the sweet tang from the jackfruit as well as holding the patty together.
- Jackfruit – Just one can of jackfruit is used to make 4 patties!
- Onion – I like to use sweet onion, but any other favorite works.
- Nutritional Yeast – This adds a slight cheesy flavor as well as absorbs excess moisture.
- Ketchup – Adds mouthwatering traditional “burger” flavor.
- Seasoning – The perfect combination of paprika, garlic powder, salt, chili powder, pepper, and dried oregano take these jackfruit burgers over the top!
- Olive Oil – A very thin layer of oil in the pan helps create a crispy, golden-brown patty. Avocado oil can work as well.
- Burger Toppings – Use any of your favorites!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here are some quick visual steps. Find the full recipe with exact measurements on the recipe card below.
1. Rinse the jackfruit with a colander and then pat it dry. Let it air dry further while gathering the other ingredients.
2. Add the oats to a food processor and pulse them into a fine consistency.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and blend them into a moist mixture.
4. Transfer the patty mixture to a bowl, cover it, and let it chill in the refrigerator for half an hour.
5. Form 4 thick patties and cook them for a few minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.
Enjoy your jackfruit burgers with your favorite toppings!
Hint: The patties are very moist before being cooked. This juiciness helps to keep them from crumbling apart during the cooking process.
Helpful Tips
- Wait until the pan is sizzling hot before adding the patties to the oiled pan.
- Try not to overcook the burgers! Sear the outside but they should still be juicy for the best veggie burger!
- Make them spicy by adding pickled jalapeños and cayenne to the patty mixture.
Storage & Reheat
Place the cooked patties in a sealed container and refrigerate them for 5 days or freeze them for 3 months. Reheat them on a medium heated skillet until heated through. If frozen, defrost them in the microwave or overnight in the refrigerator first.
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Jackfruit Burgers
Bonnie – Serene Trail
Equipment
- food processor
- large bowl
- skillet
Ingredients
Jackfruit Patty Mixture
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 14 ounce jackfruit, canned
- 1/4 medium sweet onion
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
Cook With
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
Assemble With
- buns and toppings such as lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, ketchup, etc.
Instructions
- Rinse the jackfruit through a colander and pat it dry. Let it air dry further while gathering the other ingredients.
- Add the oats to the food processor and pulse them into a fine consistency. Then add the remaining patty ingredients (jackfruit, nutritional yeast, onion, ketchup, and seasoning). Pulse this into a moist mixture.
- Transfer the ground jackfruit mixture to a bowl, cover it, and let it chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Heat a large pan to medium then coat it with a thin layer of olive oil. Form 4 thick patties that are about 1/3 cup each. The patties will be moist.
- Cook the burgers for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy. Add your favorite burger toppings and enjoy!
Video
Notes
- Add the patties to the pan once it’s sizzling hot for burgers that are crispy on the outside.
- Try not to overcook the burgers! Sear the outside but they should still be juicy on the inside.
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is an estimate from third-party calculations.
