Spicy Black Bean Cakes with Cilantro Crema Recipe

Name: Spicy Black Bean Cakes with Cilantro Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked black beans, drained or 4 cups rinsed and drained canned beans; 1 jalapeno, with seeds,finely diced; 1 large yellow onion, finely diced; 12 bunch cilantro, minced; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon chili powder; salt & pepper, to taste; oil, for frying; 2 cups sour cream; ½ cup buttermilk; 12 bunch cilantro, minced; 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

4 cups cooked black beans, drained or 4 cups rinsed and drained canned beans
1 jalapeno, with seeds,finely diced
1 large yellow onion, finely diced
12 bunch cilantro, minced
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
salt & pepper, to taste
oil, for frying
2 cups sour cream
½ cup buttermilk
12 bunch cilantro, minced
1 teaspoon lemon juice

1
Place all bean cake ingredients, except oil, in a large mixing bowl and combine, partially mashing black beans (hands are best for this).
2
Shape mixture into patties about 2 inches in diameter by 1 inch thick (an ice cream scoop is and ideal measure for this size patty).
3
Fry over medium-high heat in a lightly oiled, heavy-bottomed pan, about 2 minutes per side, until cooked through.
4
Serve immediately with a generous scoop of Avocado Salsa and a generous drizzle of Cilantro Crema, if desired.
5
For Cilantro Crema: Combine all ingredients until well-blended.
6
Keep refrigerated until serving.
7
(Makes 2 1/2 cups.
8
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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 4 cups cooked black beans, drained or 4 cups rinsed and drained canned beans, 1 jalapeno, with seeds,finely diced, 1 large yellow onion, finely diced, 12 bunch cilantro, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Black Bean Cakes with Cilantro 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.

Spicy Black Bean Cakes with Cilantro Crema

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