JanieW...I agree, the Beyond Meat burger patties are really good, but wow...so expensive! I got some on sale and I was ok with that until I realized that there were only 2 patties in the package.
This recipe is not like the Beyond Meat product. The Beyond Meat patty is kind of loose in texture and pink inside. This recipe is for burgers that are firmer, thinner and have a little chew to them. You may not like it as it is.
The good news is that it's easy to modify this recipe to make it your own. If you like a softer patty, try adding more garbanzo bean flour, or additional veggies, or legumes. Also cook it through, but don't over cook it. That's why I like to steam them instead. Sorry, I don't have info on how long to cook them, but I do unwrap one once in awhile, while they are steaming, to see what the texture is like. If it's still gooey inside, then it goes back into the steamer. After they're done, I keep them wrapped in the parchment paper and put them all in a plastic bag, then in the freezer.
Use whatever spices you like. I love putting a splash of liquid smoke on the patties when they're done. Smoked paprika is also good to put in when you are mixing things up. I haven't tried corn kernels, or rice, but those might be yummy.
Also be aware that vital wheat gluten sticks to everything! If anyone tires this recipe and has questions, I'm happy to help.
~ C