Best Black Bean Burger (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Burger Base
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1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil, plus more for cooking burgers
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 (15 oz) cans black beans, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
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1 large egg
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3/4 cup breadcrumbs (can use gluten-free breadcrumbs)
→ Seasonings
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1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, diced plus 1 tablespoon of sauce
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
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2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
→ For Serving
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6 hamburger buns, toasted
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Toppings: cheese, lettuce, tomato, sliced red onion, avocado, pickles, etc.
# Instructions:
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Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and red bell pepper, cooking for about 4 minutes until tender. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Transfer to a plate and let cool to room temperature. Blot excess moisture with a paper towel.
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In a large bowl, mash black beans until mostly broken up with a few whole beans remaining for texture. Stir in the cooled vegetables (onion, pepper, and garlic).
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Mix in the egg, breadcrumbs, chipotle chili, adobo sauce, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cilantro until well combined.
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Divide the mixture into 6 even portions and shape into 3/4-inch thick burger patties. Press firmly to ensure they're compact, which helps prevent them from falling apart during cooking.
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Preheat the skillet over medium heat. Add 1-2 tablespoons oil and cook patties for 6-8 minutes per side until browned and the centers are set. If they're browning too quickly, reduce the heat. Cook in batches (about 3 at a time) to avoid overcrowding.
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Oven: Place patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway. Air Fryer: Cook at 375°F for 12 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and cooked through.
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Place black bean burgers on toasted buns and add your favorite toppings like cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, avocado, or pickles. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
# Notes:
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For the best texture, make sure to pat the black beans dry after rinsing to remove excess moisture.
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These patties can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before cooking.
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Cooked patties freeze well for up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen in a 350°F oven for about 15 minutes.