Black Bean Cakes With A Spicy Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Name: Black Bean Cakes With A Spicy Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed; 2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped (any color will do); 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 cup green onions or 1/2 cup scallion, chopped; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more as needed; canola oil (for cooking) or vegetable oil (for cooking); salt and pepper; SPICY YOGURT SAUCE; 2 cups plain yogurt; 1 lime, juice of; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped fine; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 (15 ounce) cans low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped (any color will do)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup green onions or 1/2 cup scallion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more as needed
canola oil (for cooking) or vegetable oil (for cooking)
salt and pepper
SPICY YOGURT SAUCE
2 cups plain yogurt
1 lime, juice of
1 tablespoon cumin
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped fine
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper

1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add all ingredients except oil.
2
Mix until well combined.
3
Separate about 1/3 of the mixture into a small mixing bowl.
4
Mash the small bowl of bean cake mix into a mush and return it to the rest of the mixture.
5
Stir to completely combine.
6
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
7
If the mixture is thin, slowly add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it is thick enough to form a ball and not fall apart.
8
Place a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
9
When the pan is to temperature, add about 4 tablespoons of oil. Portion out golf ball-sized patties and carefully place them in the hot oiled saute pan.
10
Working in batches, cook bean cakes until crisp and golden brown on both sides.
11
Lightly flatten cakes with a spatula during the cooking process.
12
Drain hot bean cakes on a paper towel.
13
Continue cooking until all bean cake batter is used.
14
Keep cakes warm in a 250 degree oven until ready to serve.
15
SPICY YOGURT SAUCE: Mix all ingredients chill for 30 minutes.

390

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (15 ounce) cans low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed, 2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped, 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped (any color will do), 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Cakes With A Spicy Yogurt Sauce falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Black Bean Cakes With A Spicy Yogurt Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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