Okara "crab" Cakes

Ingredients

• 1-2 slice whole wheat bread, broken into pieces
• 1/2 cup celery, minced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, minced
• 1/2 green pepper, minced
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 2 cups okara (or amount from one batch of soymilk)
• 1/2 cup quick-cooking oatmeal (not instant)
• 1-2 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon nori (or other flaked sea vegetable)

Directions

1. 1

   Whirl the bread in a food processor into fine crumbs.

2. 2

   Place the crumbs on a baking sheet and toast in oven for about 8 minutes, or until dry and toasty. Remove and set aside for later.

3. 3

   In a non-stick skillet, cook the celery, onion, carrot, pepper and parsley until softened (about 5 minutes.).

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine the okara, sauteed veggies, oatmeal and seasonings. Mix well and let rest for 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Preheat oven to 350°F Use 1/3 cup (packed) to form 7 patties about 3 inches across and 1/2 inch thick. Coat the patty with the toasted bread crumbs and place on a greased baking sheet.

6. 6

   Bake 15 minutes. Carefully turn over the patties and bake for another 15-20 minutes.