Black Bean Burger

Black bean burger is a meatless burger recipe that uses black beans to mimic the flavor of beef.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 Cans Beans (14 oz., black, drained, rinsed and patted dry)
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1/4 Bell Pepper (green, minced)
• 1/4 Bell Pepper (Red, minced)
• 3/4 Cup Onion (yellow, chopped)
• 2 Cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 3/4 teaspoons Cumin (ground)
• 1/2 teaspoon Paprika (smoked)
• 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
• 1/2 Cup Bread Crumbs (Panko)
• 2 Eggs (large, whisked)
• 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
• Salt and Pepper (to taste)
• BBQ Sauce
• Mayo
• Red Onions ( Caramelized)
• Avocado
• Lettuce (Butterleaf)
• Cheddar Cheese (White )
• Buns (Buttered and grilled brioche )

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 325°F. Spread beans evenly onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until slightly dried out.
2. 2Meanwhile, add olive oil, chopped peppers, onion, and garlic over medium heat until peppers and onions are soft, about 5-6 minutes.
3. 3Place on a paper towel lined plate and dry gently.
4. 4Place in a large bowl or in a food processor with the remaining ingredients. Stir or pulse everything together, then add the black beans. Mash with a fork (or pulse) the mixture, leaving some beans whole and intact for texture.
5. 5Use a 1/3-1/2 cup to scoop into patties
6. 6Form and set in the fridge to rest for 15 minutes.
7. 7Place patties on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 10 minutes on each side, 20 minutes total.
8. 8--- To Grill ---
9. 9Place patties on greased aluminum foil and grill at medium heat for 8 minutes on each side, being gently as you turn them. Place cheese on the last few minutes to melt slightly.
10. 10Serve with toppings!