Sloppy Joe's Veggie Burger

Ingredients:

• 450 g frozen Tater Tots (about 5 tbsp.)
• 1 tbsp + 0.5 tsp chili spice mix
• 3/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1 package (400 g) firm tofu, drained
• 2/3 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup chili sauce (such as Heinz)
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 4 hamburger buns, cut in half horizontally
• 4 slices white cheddar
• Pickled cucumbers, for serving

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven and bake potato balls according to package directions. Mix with 0.5 tsp. chili spice mixes and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Meanwhile, crumble the tofu over a paper towel-lined plate. Mix the ketchup and chili sauce in a bowl.
3. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, carrots, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the tofu, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add 3/4 cup ketchup-sauce mixture and 1/3 cup water; simmer until thickened, 2 minutes.
4. Place the bottom bun halves on a baking sheet. Top with the tofu mixture, remaining sauce, and cheese. Bake until the cheese is melted, 3 minutes. Add the pickles and top with the top bun halves. Serve with potato chips.