Banana Heart Burger Recipe

Looking for a delicious and nutritious burger alternative? The Banana Heart Burger is a flavorful vegetarian option made from the tender core of the banana heart or puso ng saging. Sautéed with onions and seasoned with oyster sauce, the banana heart is combined with flour and eggs to create hearty patties. These patties are then fried until golden brown.

This veggie burger can be enjoyed in various ways through your typical groceries such as cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and mayonnaise for a burst of flavors. You can even pair it with banana chips for a wholesome snack filled with potassium goodness!

This recipe uses premium mayonnaise from O-Superstore that is made with real eggs, soybean oil, and vinegar, for a rich, creamy, and smooth texture to blend well with your other sandwich ingredients.

Ingredients

Burger Patty

• 1 medium banana heart
• Oil for frying
• 1 small onion, peeled and chopped
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 4 hamburger buns
• 4 slices Cheddar Cheese Slices
• green leaf lettuce, leaves separated
• tomatoes, sliced thinly
• O-Superstore Mayonnaise

Preparation

Directions

90 minutes

1. Peel and discard the outer, fibrous skin layers of banana heart until you reach the lighter, softer core.
2. Trim off the stem and discard. Cut banana core into half and slice thinly.
3. In a bowl of cold salted water, place shredded banana heart and soak for about 15 to 20 minutes.
4. Using hands, squeeze to release bitter sap. Rinse with cold water and with hands, squeeze well to dispel liquid.
5. In a pan over medium heat, heat about 1 tablespoon oil.
6. Add onions and cook until softened. Add banana heart and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through. Add oyster sauce and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Continue to simmer until liquid is mostly absorbed. Remove from pan, drain well, and allow to cool.
8. In a bowl, combine sauteed banana heart, flour, and eggs. Mix well. Form into 4 uniform-sized patties.
9. In a pan over medium heat, heat about 2 tablespoons oil. Gently add banana heart mixture in a single layer and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden and firm.
10. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
11. Assemble burgers with desired condiments, veggie patty, cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes.