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10-Step Black Bean Burgers

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 large patties

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 15 ounces black beans *check to make sure they are vegetarian
  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/3 cups panko bread crumbs *can substitute a gluten-free option here
  • 1 teaspoon each: paprika, cumin, and bold taco seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon each: salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3-4 tablespoons BBQ sauce *we use Sweet Baby Ray's

Instructions

Step 1

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions.

Step 2

  1. Rinse the black beans well and mash them thoroughly with a slotted spoon in a large bowl.

Step 3

  1. Dice white onion. Pan fry with 1 tablespoon of oil for 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 4

  1. In a small bowl, mix the panko with the spices.

Step 5

  1. Add 1 cup of the rice to the beans and mix together. Then stir in the onions and panko mixture.

Step 6

  1. Add in the honey and BBQ sauce. Check the texture. You want a moist, but thick mixture. You can adjust the texture by adding more BBQ sauce or panko accordingly.

Step 7

  1. Form patties using a hamburger press or by hand with plastic wrap. We were able to make 4 patties that were about 5 ounces each.

Step 8

  1. Brush a grill or skillet with oil. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side, covered if on the grill. Pack the patty with a spatula on the grill for better grill marks. For a crispier crust, leave on a bit longer (will result in less discernible grill marks).

Step 9

  1. Dress burger with bun and preferred toppings.

Step 10

  1. Enjoy! :) [Yes, that is the 10th step!]

Recipe Notes

Wrap grilled burgers in plastic and seal to freeze. They will keep for up to 6 months. Thaw and reheat in oven.

BONUS DISH: Our toddlers were hating on veggie burgers for awhile so we reheated these, covered in ketchup, served them bun-less, and called it meatloaf. They were a hit!