Black Bean Cakes With Fried Eggs and Avocado Crema

Name: Black Bean Cakes With Fried Eggs and Avocado Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium avocado, cut in half lengthwise, peel and pit removed; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice; ¼ cup sour cream; ½ cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped; ¼ cup finely ground yellow cornmeal; 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed; 2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 large egg; ½ cup plain breadcrumbs; ½ cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped; ½ cup white onion, finely chopped; 4 teaspoons hot sauce; 4 teaspoons kosher salt; ¼ cup canola oil; 6 eggs; 1 ½ cups monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend, shredded

Servings: persons

1 medium avocado, cut in half lengthwise, peel and pit removed
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
¼ cup sour cream
½ cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
¼ cup finely ground yellow cornmeal
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 large egg
½ cup plain breadcrumbs
½ cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
½ cup white onion, finely chopped
4 teaspoons hot sauce
4 teaspoons kosher salt
¼ cup canola oil
6 eggs
1 ½ cups monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend, shredded

1
Mash avocado with lime juice.
2
Add sour cream and cilantro.
3
Chill.
4
Heat the oven to 300F and arrange a rack in the middle.
5
Place cornmeal in a shallow dish and set aside.
6
Place beans, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, cilantro, onion, hot sauce, and salt in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade attachment.
7
Pulse until incorporated and beans are broken down but some whole beans remain, about 15 pulses.
8
Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula during processing.
9
Form 6 (3-inch) patties and dust each patty on both sides with cornmeal.
10
Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
11
Place patties in the pan and fry until golden, about 3 to 5 minutes.
12
Flip and repeat on the second side.
13
Transfer to a baking sheet and place in the oven to keep warm.
14
NOTE: The black bean cakes can be made up to 1 day in advance, cooled, covered, and refrigerated.
15
To reheat, place on a baking sheet and warm in a 375F oven for 15 minutes.
16
Fry or poach eggs.
17
Place bean cakes on serving plate.
18
Top each with a fried or poached egg, 1/4 cup cheese and 2 tablespoons of the crema.

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium avocado, cut in half lengthwise, peel and pit removed, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, ¼ cup sour cream, ½ cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Cakes With Fried Eggs and Avocado Crema 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!