Sesame Carrot Patties & Sriracha Aioli

These little carrot patties are probably one of the most delicious things I've eaten for a month at least. I know this may sound odd being that they are simple and almost too full of healthy stuff to sit here and try to explain how delicious they are, but I speak the truth, my Dearies. The Sriracha Aioli also helps the situation by bringing these patties from very good to excellent.

This recipe is a modified version of the wonderful Zlamushka's Vegetable Patty recipe. I just add my own spices as well as a little protein (nuts) to the mix. This produces a wonderful patty that is delicious with mashed potatoes and salad. The only downfall is that the patties can be a little crumbly depending on the juiciness of the carrots used. For example, my patties hold together much better when I can get my hands on a bag of Earthbound Organic carrots than the brand I used today. *Zlamushka uses a bigger cut on the carrot, and hers look structurally sound. Either way, just be gentle while sauteing and you will end up with an excellent meal you can feel good about...

Carrot Patties

6 Medium Carrots (peeled)

2-3 Cloves Garlic

1/4 Tsp. Onion Powder

1/2 Tsp. Paprika

1/2 Tsp. Cumin

1/2 Tsp. Salt

1 1/2 Tsp. Olive Oil

1 Tsp. Soy Sauce

1/2 Cup Organic Oats

Just under 1/2 Cup Seeds/Nuts (sunflower, almonds, walnuts, pine nuts, etc)

Sesame Seeds for topping (optional)

Sriracha Aioli

4 Tbsp. Mayo or Vegenaise

1 1/2-2 Tsp. Sriracha

4-6 Drops Toasted Sesame Oil

In a food processor, place the carrots, garlic, oats and nuts. Process to a fine meal (not to course meal or to a mush-in between!). Remove from the processor to a bowl and add the oil, soy, and spices-mix. Take a handful of the mix and form into a ball and then flatten into a patty. Place the patty on a clean plate. Continue until the mix is gone, loosely cover the patties and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour to 'set' the patties. Sautee in a touch of olive oil on medium low heat until both sides are golden and the patties are heated through. Dollop with Sriracha Aioli and enjoy!