Black Bean Burgers Recipe

Name: Black Bean Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed; 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Or Canola Oil; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Green Onions; 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1/2 cups Fresh Cilantro, Chopped; 2 whole Eggs; 1- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs (as Needed, You May Not Use All Of Them); Oil For Cooking

Servings: persons

2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed
1 Tablespoon Vegetable Or Canola Oil
1 teaspoon Cumin
2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Green Onions
1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1/2 cups Fresh Cilantro, Chopped
2 whole Eggs
1- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs (as Needed, You May Not Use All Of Them)
Oil For Cooking

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In a large bowl, mash rinsed and drained black beans with a fork.
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(You can also use a food processor or whatever works for you!)
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Into the bowl with the beans add the oil, cumin, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cilantro, and eggs (or if you prefer you can use a flax seed/water mixture for vegan burgers).
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Mix together until it is creamy with a few small chunks.
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Stir in the breadcrumbs just until the mixture is sticky.
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The mixture should stick to the spoon.
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Add more breadcrumbs as necessary.
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Wet your (clean) hands and form the mixture into patties.
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You should be able to get about 8 patties out of the mixture.
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To freeze, wrap each patty individually in parchment paper.
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Seal them in a large freezer bag and place in the freezer.
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To cook, preheat a cast iron skillet to medium-high.
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Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan.
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If the burgers are fresh, cook for 3-4 minutes per side.
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If using frozen patties, cook for 6-8 minutes per side.
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Add toppings as desired and enjoy!

483

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed, 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Or Canola Oil, 1 teaspoon Cumin, 2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Green Onions, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Burgers falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Black Bean Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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