Jamaican Black Bean Burgers Recipe

Name: Jamaican Black Bean Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons canola oil, divided; 2 cups chopped onion; 1 cup chopped red bell pepper; 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper; 1 cup cooked rice; 2/3 cup dry breadcrumbs, divided; 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1/4 cup light mayonnaise; 4 (1 1/2-ounce) whole wheat hamburger buns, toasted; 4 Boston lettuce leaves; 4 (1/8-inch-thick) slices red onion

Servings: persons

4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
2 cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 cup cooked rice
2/3 cup dry breadcrumbs, divided
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
4 (1 1/2-ounce) whole wheat hamburger buns, toasted
4 Boston lettuce leaves
4 (1/8-inch-thick) slices red onion

1
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, ginger, and garlic; cook 7 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add allspice, coriander, salt, and red pepper; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
2
Place the onion mixture, rice, 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, and black beans in a food processor; pulse 15 times or until finely chopped. Divide bean mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each portion into a 1-inch-thick patty. Place remaining 1/3 cup breadcrumbs in a shallow dish, and dredge patties in breadcrumbs. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add patties to the pan, and cook for 3 minutes on each side or until browned and crisp.
3
Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise on top half of each bun. Place patties on bottom halves of buns; top each serving with 1 lettuce leaf, 1 onion slice, and top half of bun.

803

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons canola oil, divided, 2 cups chopped onion, 1 cup chopped red bell pepper, 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Jamaican 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!

Jamaican Black Bean Burgers

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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