Proso Millet Veggie Burger Patties

 

Ingredients

For the Millet Base

• Proso millet – 1 cup
• Water – 2 ½ cups
• Salt – ½ tsp

For the Patties

• Boiled kidney beans / black beans – ½ cup (mashed)
• Carrot – 1 small (grated)
• Onion – 1 small (finely chopped)
• Capsicum (bell pepper) – ½ (finely chopped)
• Green chili – 1 (optional, finely chopped)
• Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tsp
• Coriander leaves – 2 tbsp (finely chopped)
• Cumin powder – ½ tsp
• Chili powder / paprika – ½ tsp
• Garam masala – ½ tsp
• Bread crumbs / poha powder – ½ cup (for binding)
• Salt & black pepper – to taste
• Oil – 2 tbsp (for shallow frying)

For Serving (Burger Assembly)

• Whole wheat burger buns – 4
• Lettuce leaves – 4
• Tomato slices – 4
• Onion rings – 4
• Cheese slices – optional
• Homemade yogurt-mint dip / ketchup – as required

Method

Step 1: Cook the Millet

1. Wash proso millet and cook with 2 ½ cups water and a pinch of salt until soft and
fluffy.
2. Spread on a plate to cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare Patty Mixture

1. In a large bowl, combine cooked millet, mashed beans, carrot, onion, capsicum, chili,
and coriander leaves.
2. Add ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, chili powder, garam masala, salt, and pepper.
Mix well.
3. Add bread crumbs/poha powder gradually until the mixture holds shape.

Step 3: Shape & Cook Patties

1. Divide mixture into equal portions and shape into round patties.
2. Heat a non-stick pan with a little oil. Shallow fry patties on medium flame until
golden brown on both sides.

Step 4: Assemble the Burger

1. Lightly toast the burger buns.
2. Place lettuce, a millet patty, tomato slice, onion rings, and cheese (if using).
3. Add yogurt-mint dip or ketchup. Cover with the top bun.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with sweet potato fries or baked potato wedges for a healthy fast food
combo.
• Perfect for kids’ parties or weekend family dinners.
• Can be enjoyed as a standalone patty with green chutney for a low-carb snack.

Agrinests Tip for Customers

• For a vegan version, skip cheese and use vegan mayo or hummus as a spread.
• Add spinach, beetroot, or zucchini for colorful and more nutritious patties.
• Make patties in bulk, freeze them, and shallow fry whenever needed — great for busy
families.