Black Bean Burger Recipe Without Food Processor
Are you looking for a tasty and healthy alternative to traditional burgers? Look no further than black bean burgers! They're easy to make and packed with protein and fiber. The best part? You don't even need a food processor to make them.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you'll need:
- 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup of chopped onion
- 1/4 cup of chopped bell pepper
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork until they're mostly broken down.
2. Add in the breadcrumbs, onion, bell pepper, egg, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
3. Using your hands, form the mixture into four equal-sized patties.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add enough olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
5. Once the oil is hot, add the patties to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until they're crispy and browned.
6. Serve your black bean burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, like avocado, lettuce, tomato, and cheese.
Tips
Here are a few tips to make the perfect black bean burgers:
- Don't over-mash your black beans. You want them to be mostly broken down, but still have some texture.
- If your mixture seems too wet, add more breadcrumbs. If it's too dry, add a little water or olive oil.
- Use a non-stick skillet if you have one to prevent the burgers from sticking.
- If you're not a fan of cumin, you can leave it out or substitute it with another spice.
- Feel free to customize your burgers with different toppings and sauces.
Conclusion
Black bean burgers are a delicious and healthy option for anyone looking to switch up their burger game. And with this recipe, you don't even need a food processor to make them! Give them a try and let us know what you think.
