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homemade black bean burger on a plate with onion rings

Homemade Black Bean Burgers

Looking for a budget-friendly, protein-packed meal that’s both delicious and easy to make? These homemade black bean burgers are for you!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Servings 7 Burgers

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
  • 2 cans black beans drained, rinsed, and dried
  • 1/2 small red onion roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs If you don’t have any, check out my recipe to make some quickly at home: https://foreveryourbestie.com/make-homemade-breadcrumbs/
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chile powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Kosher salt & fresh cracked pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prep Your Beans

    For the best texture, you want your black beans dry—not mushy! After rinsing, spread them out on a clean towel or paper towels and pat them dry. If they’re too wet, your burgers might fall apart!

      Step 2: Blend the Ingredients

        In a food processor (or using a fork for a chunkier texture), combine:

          The red onion, garlic, cumin, chile powder, garlic powder, salt & pepper.

          • Add half of the black beans and pulse until slightly smooth.

          Put into a bowl and mix in the remaining black beans for a little extra texture.

            Step 3: Mix & Form Patties

              To the black bean mixture, stir in:

                The egg (helps bind everything together).

                  The breadcrumbs (for structure and crispiness).

                    Mix everything until well combined, then shape into 7 equal-sized patties. If the mixture feels too wet, add a little more breadcrumbs!

                      Step 4: Cook the Burgers

                        Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

                          Cook each burger for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy on the outside.

                            Be gentle when flipping to keep them from breaking!

                              Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!

                                We love ours with this Chili Lime Crema: https://foreveryourbestie.com/homemade-chili-lime-crema/

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