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Black Bean Burger Recipe

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This hearty and flavorful Black Bean Burger recipe offers a perfect vegetarian alternative to traditional burgers. Combining black beans with aromatic spices, feta cheese, and a tangy balsamic vinegar kick, these patties are crisped to perfection either by pan-frying, air-frying, grilling, or oven-baking. Served on toasted buns with fresh toppings like chipotle sauce, lettuce, and guacamole, this burger provides a delicious and satisfying meal suitable for any occasion.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans (or 3 cups cooked black beans)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1 or more jalapeños, chopped
  • 4 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chipotle powder (or substitute with 1 tsp smoked paprika + ¼ tsp chili powder)
  • 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp salt (or more to taste)
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 4 burger buns

Instructions

  1. Dry the beans: Preheat the oven to 360°F (180°C). Spread the black beans evenly on a baking tray and bake them for 20 minutes to reduce excess moisture, which helps the patties hold together better.
  2. Make the flavor base: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until softened. Then add the pressed garlic, chopped jalapeño, tomato paste, cumin, chipotle powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook this mixture for another 2 minutes to develop the flavors.
  3. Mix the patties: Place half of the baked black beans and all of the flavor base into a food processor. Add the balsamic vinegar, egg, and breadcrumbs. Pulse the mixture briefly until ingredients are combined but still retain some chunkiness. Transfer this mixture to a mixing bowl, then gently fold in the remaining baked beans and crumbled feta cheese. Shape the mixture into 4 to 6 patties, depending on desired size.
  4. Cook the patties: You can choose one of four cooking methods:
    – Pan-fry: Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium-low heat and cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
    – Air-fry: Brush the patties with oil and cook in an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
    – Grill: Preheat the grill to 400°F (200°C). Brush patties with oil and grill for 5 to 8 minutes per side until nicely charred.
    – Oven-bake: Bake the patties at 400°F (200°C) for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway to ensure even cooking.
  5. Assemble the burger: Toast the burger buns with a little butter. Serve the cooked patties on the buns topped with chipotle sauce or sriracha mixed with mayo, fresh lettuce, guacamole, and pickled onions. Pair with sides like roasted sweet potatoes, roasted vegetables, corn on the cob, or fresh salads such as coleslaw, broccoli salad, pineapple cucumber salad, or dill potato salad for a complete meal.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of jalapeño or using milder peppers.
  • For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax egg and replace feta with a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • Using baked beans reduces moisture, making patties firmer and easier to handle.
  • Breadcrumb quantity can be adjusted depending on the moisture content of beans and binding consistency.
  • Patties can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen for later use.
  • Serve with your favorite burger toppings or sauces to customize.

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