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Vegan Black Bean Burger Recipe

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This vegan black bean burger recipe features hearty black beans combined with chipotle peppers, smoky spices, and tangy balsamic vinegar, formed into flavorful patties and cooked to a perfect charred finish in a skillet or on the grill. Packed with protein and fiber, these burgers are a delicious plant-based alternative for your next cookout or weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

For the Black Bean Burger Patties

  • 3 cups cooked black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ⅓ cup grated yellow onion (about ½ medium onion)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 chipotle peppers from a can of chipotles in adobo, diced
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tamari
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs

For Cooking and Serving

  • Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
  • Cooking spray (if grilling)
  • Hamburger buns, for serving
  • Desired fixings (lettuce, tomato, onion, vegan mayo, etc.), for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the burger mixture: In a large bowl, combine the black beans, grated onion, minced garlic, diced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, tamari, balsamic vinegar, ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper. Use a potato masher to mash the mixture until it mostly holds together but still has some visible chunks of black beans for texture.
  2. Add binding agents: Add the large egg to the mashed bean mixture and fold it in gently with a spatula until fully incorporated. Then fold in the panko bread crumbs to create a mixture that holds together but remains slightly wet.
  3. Form patties: Use your hands to shape the mixture into 6 evenly sized patties. If the mixture feels too wet and difficult to handle, chill the patties in the fridge for 20 minutes to firm up, or mash the beans a bit more to reduce moisture.
  4. Cook the patties (skillet method): Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with olive oil. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes per side, until they develop a nice char and are heated through. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning while ensuring even cooking.
  5. Alternate cooking method (grilling): Preheat an outdoor grill to 400°F. Lightly brush the patties with olive oil and spray the grill grates with cooking spray. Grill the patties for 8 minutes on the first side, then flip and grill for an additional 4 minutes on the second side until charred and cooked through.
  6. Serve: Serve the black bean burgers on hamburger buns with your choice of desired fixings such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and vegan condiments for a satisfying meal.

Notes

  • If the patties are too fragile, chilling them before cooking can help them hold together better.
  • You can substitute the egg with a flax or chia egg to make the recipe fully vegan.
  • Adjust chipotle peppers according to your preferred spice level.
  • Using a cast-iron skillet will give the patties a better char and flavor, but a non-stick pan also works.
  • Serve with whole wheat or gluten-free buns as needed for dietary preferences.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/vegan-black-bean-burger-recipe/