This is one of my most popular recipes simply because it delivers on a much higher level than the veggie burgers you’ll find at the store. These Spicy Black Bean Burgers are flavorful, “meaty” and come together easily in a food processor. Topped with all the fixins and my Curly Special Sauce (scroll down to bottom), served with my Sassy Sweet Potato Fries on the side, you’ll be in burger heaven!
Black beans are loaded with fiber, protein and nutrients and contain almost no fat. Read more here.
Spicy Black Bean Burgers
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can Black Beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 1/4 cup old fashioned or quick oats
- 1/4 cup cilantro, roughly chopped or 1 heaping tbsp dried
- 1 tbsp green onion (one scallion), roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Siracha or hot sauce, to taste
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 egg or 1 flax egg* see notes always use pasteured, free range
- 2 tbsp olive oil, for cooking
- Fixins: vegan cheese, lettuce, tomato slices, avocado, onions, fried onions, pickle slices, ketchup, mustard, mayo, bbq sauce.
Instructions
- Add the oats to a food processor and pulse a few times until a course crumb forms. You do not want oat flour, just a crumbly consistency.
- Add all the rest of the ingredients except the oil. Pulse until combined, about 6-8 times. You want a somewhat chunky texture that still holds together.
- Form the mixture into patties, about a 1/3 cup each. Pat and shape with your hands until you get the desired patty shape. Place on wax or parchment paper, cover and chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
- In a large skillet or grill pan, spread oil with a brush and heat to medium-high heat. Cook the patties until warmed through and crispy on the outside, about 7-10 minutes.
- Serve on toasted hamburger buns with your favorite fixins!
Notes
CURLY’S SPECIAL SAUCE
1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
1 tsp. yellow mustard
1/2 tsp Siracha
1 tsp ketchup
1 Tbsp. relish
1 tsp. white vinegar
1/2 tsp white sugar
1/8 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Enjoy on veggie burgers or as a dip for fries!
Bean burgers are a staple for me. They are my favorite pub food, and I typically take one to work every day for lunch. I have tried frozen patties. Some are okay, but they’re just frozen patties. There is no shortage of bean burger recipes on the Web. Some I like better than others. This one caught my attention, because it is made with oats instead of bread crumbs. After making it one time, I tossed out my other recipes. This one is my favorite! I really like both the taste and the texture. Although the recipe calls for cooking… Read more »
This Black Bean Burger recipe is a hit with both my fussy-eaters and my traditional-burger eaters. My husband actually asks for these burgers. When I make these for my granddaughters, I leave out the spicy ingredients and they love it. So happy to be able to serve a healthy, tasty burger that is a hit with the whole family. Thanks for this great recipe!
Excellent! These are the best!
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