Description
A delicious and flavorful black bean burger recipe that is perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking for a tasty meatless option. These patties are easy to make, packed with protein and fiber, and can be cooked on the stovetop for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Black Bean Patties:
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (finely chopped)
- 1/4 red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce for vegetarian)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Black Bean Mixture: Pat the black beans dry and mash them in a bowl. Add bell pepper, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. Mix well.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 4 patties.
- Cook the Patties: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook patties for 4–5 minutes per side until browned.
- Serve: Serve on buns with desired toppings.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use a flax egg and soy sauce.
- Patties can be baked or grilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger patty
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
