Description

Indulge in the deliciousness of these Epic Black Bean Burgers, a perfect blend of smoky black beans and spices that will satisfy even the staunchest meat lover. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, these burgers are ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. Serve them on a bun or atop a salad, and enjoy a heartwarming meal that brings joy to every table.

Ingredients

Scale

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 large egg (or 1 flax egg for vegan option)
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork until mostly smooth but still chunky.
Combine the mashed beans with the sautéed onion mixture, breadcrumbs, egg (or flax egg), salt, and pepper; mix until just combined.
Shape the mixture into patties (about ½ inch thick) and place on parchment paper.
Heat more olive oil in the skillet and cook each patty for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 100g)
Calories: 160
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: - For added crunch, consider adding diced bell peppers or jalapeños to the mixture. - These burgers can be made ahead of time; refrigerate or freeze uncooked patties for easy meal prep. - Experiment with toppings like avocado slices, salsa, or spicy mayo for extra flavor.