Homemade Black Bean Burger, Easy And Delicious
The new year started with a renewed dedication to reducing the amount of red meat I am eating. So, I have been trying to perfect veggie-focused recipes. This delicious homemade black bean burger has become a favorite. It’s easy to make, tastes great, and is a filling meatless meal.
The best thing about this recipe is how simple and easy it is to make. It only has eight ingredients, most of which are pantry staples. Preparing it takes about 10 minutes. You could very easily adapt or change the recipe for different flavors.
This recipe could also easily be adapted to a vegan diet; just eliminate the egg. The egg is added to help hold it together better. The first time I made this, I made it without the egg, and the flavor was the same. The second time I made this recipe, I added an egg and found the patty stayed together better, and the texture improved.
What You Need For The Best Black Bean Burger Recipe
- Black Beans: Drain one can and then slightly mash using a fork or potato masher.
- Mushrooms: I prefer using cremini mushrooms, but a button mushroom would also work.
- Red Onion: Use about 1/2 cup of red onion
- Bread Crumbs: Use plain breadcrumbs or make your own. I don’t think panko breadcrumbs are a good choice; the texture is a bit off.
- Egg: A slightly beaten egg holds the black bean mixture together, but it can be left out if you want to make delicious vegan black bean burgers.
- Spices: I like sprinkling the black bean burger patties with coriander before cooking, but you could use chili powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, or smoked paprika to change up the flavor.
- Toppings: Here is where you can go wild. I like a little mayo, a smashed avocado, and some micro greens. But you could add cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, hot sauce, or sriracha.
Step-By-Step How To Guide To Making Black Bean Burgers
- Step 1: Using a food processor, chop the mushrooms and onion. You want a finely chopped texture, but don’t go too fine where the texture is completely lost.
- Step 2: Rinse and drain the black beans. Using a fork or a potato masher, gently smash the beans. Leave some whole.
- Step 3: Add the beans, bread crumbs, chopped mushrooms, and onions to a large bowl and mix—season with salt and pepper. Add the slightly beaten egg and mix.
- Step 4: Form patties with your hands. This recipe will make four burgers. Place the uncooked patties on a baking sheet that has been sprayed with cooking spray. I like to use aluminum foil or parchment paper to line the sheet. Sprinkle the coriander or other seasoning on top. Bake at 400° F for about 40 minutes.
- Step 5: Add a tablespoon of olive oil to a frying pan over medium-high heat. Place patties into the pan and brown on both sides for 4-5 minutes. This will help firm up the patties and give them a nice crispy edge. At this point, top with cheese if you are using it. Serve on a toasted bun with mayo, greens, and avocado.
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Tips For Success
Tip 1 — Don’t add lots of liquid to a black bean burger; it will make it too loose and hard to eat.
Tip 2 — Toast the bun; it gives it more texture and helps hold the sandwich together. Do this in the pan before you add the burgers.
Tip 3—Get creative with the burgers. Use your favorite toppings and spices; adding your own twist to this recipe is easy.
Tip 4—Burgers can be made ahead of time. After removing them from the oven and cooling them, refrigerate them. They can be stored in an airtight container for several days. Then, place the patties in a large skillet and reheat.
With just a handful of pantry staples and minimal prep time, this recipe showcases the ease and versatility of plant-based cooking. Whether enjoyed as a quick weeknight meal or as part of a weekend barbecue, this homemade black bean burger can be customized to suit individual tastes, making it an excellent option for vegans and non-vegans.
Homemade Black Bean Burgers
Ingredients
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 8 oz. Cremini mushrooms
- 1/2 cup red onion
- 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs
- 1 egg, slightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Using a food processor, chop the mushrooms and onion. You want a finely chopped texture, but don’t go too fine where the texture is completely lost.
- Rinse and drain the black beans. Using a fork or a potato masher, gently smash the beans. Leave some whole.
- Add the beans, bread crumbs, chopped mushrooms, and onions to a large bowl and mix—season with salt and pepper. Add the slightly beaten egg and mix.
- Form 4 patties. Place the uncooked patties on a baking sheet that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Sprinkle the coriander. Bake at 400° F for about 40 minutes.
- Add a tablespoon of olive oil to a frying pan over medium-high heat. Place patties into the pan and brown on both sides for 4-5 minutes. This will help firm up the patties and give them a nice crispy edge. At this point, top with cheese if you are using it. Serve on a toasted bun with mayo, greens, and avocado.
