Black Bean Burgers
Black Bean Burgers that are simple and easy to make without a grill! Fire these burgers up on the stovetop and still get that nice smoky flavor. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy! This recipe can be modified to be gluten-free by using ground gluten-free oats or breadcrumbs and a gluten-free bun.
Ingredients
Yield: 6 burgers Time: 30-40 minutes
Black Bean Burgers
- 1 can black beans, drained & rinsed
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1/2 onion, grated or finely minced
- 3/4 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup cilantro, minced (optional)
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 Tbs tomato paste or ketchup
- 1/4 cup water
- Olive oil (for cooking)
- Buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, onions, avocado, mustard, ketchup, sliced tomatoes
Directions
- Begin by mashing the beans together with a fork in a large mixing bowl, enough so that no whole beans are left but some half beans remain, the mixture should not be a pureé
- Then, add the garlic, onions, bread crumbs, cilantro, seasonings, water, and tomato paste to the beans.
- Mix everything together by kneading with clean hands until the mixture is firm and evenly mixed.
- Shape the patties into six equal burgers by using the palm of your hand to press the burger to about 1 1/2 inch thick.
- For cooking, heat a pan on high heat with a thin layer of olive oil. The pan should be large enough to cook three burgers at a time.
- Once hot, add the burgers and cook for 5 minutes on each side. Press gently but firmly on each burger with a spatula. Use a brush or small spoon to add a dab of olive oil to the top side before flipping.
- Remove cooked burgers, clean out the pan with a paper towel and repeat until all are cooking.
- Serve over buns with desired toppings and enjoy!
You can also freeze leftover burgers by storing them in a resealable plastic bag with sheets of wax paper or cling wrap to separate them and serve by reheating in the oven at 350º F for about 25-30 minutes
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