Spicy Black Bean Cakes Recipe

Name: Spicy Black Bean Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 6 garlic cloves, pressed; 1 -2 jalapeno, finely chopped, ribs and seeds removed if desired; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained; coarse salt; pepper; 1 large sweet potato, peeled and coarsely grated to equal 2 cups; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 scallions, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, pressed
1 -2 jalapeno, finely chopped, ribs and seeds removed if desired
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
coarse salt
pepper
1 large sweet potato, peeled and coarsely grated to equal 2 cups
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs

1
Heat broiler. In small skillet over med heat, warm 1 T oil. Cook scallions til soft, 1 minute Add garlic, jalapeno and cumin. Cook til fragrant, 30 seconds. Transfer to large bowl.
2
Add beans to bowl; mash with fork or potato masher, leaving about 1/4 of the beans whole. Season generously with salt and pepper. Fold in sweet potato, egg and breadcrumbs. Divide into 8 balls of equal size; flatten into patties.
3
Brush a baking sheet with remaining T oil; place patties on sheet, 1/2 inch apart. Broil 4 inches from heat til golden brown, 8-10 minute With thin metal spatula, carefully turn cakes. Broil til crisp, 2-3 min more.
4
If desired serve with Lime Sour Cream.
5
Lime Sour Cream: In small bowl, combine 1/2 c sour cream with 2 t fresh lime juice and 1 small minced jalapeno; season with coarse salt.

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 scallions, thinly sliced, 6 garlic cloves, pressed, 1 -2 jalapeno, finely chopped, ribs and seeds removed if desired, and more.

Yes, Spicy Black Bean Cakes 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.

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Spicy Black Bean Cakes

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