Black Bean Burgers
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or plain)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Spread the drained and rinsed beans onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 10-15 minutes until the beans look slightly cracked and dry. This step is crucial to prevent a mushy burger.
- While the beans are drying, heat a small skillet over medium heat with a teaspoon of oil. Sauté the chopped bell pepper, onion, and garlic for about 5-6 minutes until softened. Blot away any excess moisture with a paper towel if the mixture seems too wet.
- Place the dried beans in a large bowl. Mash them with a fork or a potato masher, leaving about one-third of the beans whole for texture. Add the sautéed vegetables, egg, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Fold in the breadcrumbs. The mixture should be moist enough to hold together but not so sticky that it won’t release from your hands. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the moisture.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Roll them into balls and then flatten them into patties about 1 inch thick. Ensure the edges are smooth to prevent cracking during cooking.
- You can bake the patties at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes per side. Alternatively, pan-fry them in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms.
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