Black Bean Burgers
Black Bean Burgers
These burgers are a great meat alternative and full of flavor. It's delicious on a bun or lettuce wrap and can be made in under 1/2 an hour.
Prep Time
10 minutesCook Time
8 minutesTotal Time
18 minutesIngredients
Yield: 5 large burgers
- 2 cans of black beans drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cups rolled oats
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon tamari sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- a few grinds of black pepper
- 1 egg or flax egg
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
- 5 slices cheddar cheese
Instructions
Step 1
Combine black beans, rolled oats, garlic, tamarind, cumin, black pepper and egg in food processor. Pulse for about a minute until roughly chopped and mixed together.
Step 2
Mix in scallions & cilantro. (Other optional spices include coriander + caraway.)
Step 3
Form into 5 large patties.
Step 4
Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and pan fry patties for 2-3 minutes per side, until crispy and golden brown on outside. Add a slice of cheese to top and allow to melt.