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Spicy Black Bean Burgers

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Spicy Black Bean Burgers are flavorful vegetarian patties with jalapeño heat, fresh cilantro, and zesty lime, packed with black beans, corn, and spices. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and perfect for grilling or pan-frying.

Ingredients

1 jalapeño, seeds removed

¼ red onion

2 garlic cloves

2 cans (about 15 oz. each) black beans, drained and rinsed

Juice of ½ lime (about 1 tablespoon)

⅓ cup fresh cilantro

2 teaspoons cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

¼ – ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

½ teaspoon cracked black pepper

½ teaspoon sea salt

⅔ cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free or panko)

1 large egg, lightly beaten

½ cup corn kernels

1 teaspoon sriracha or hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pulse jalapeño, onion, and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped.
  2. Add one can of black beans, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt. Pulse until combined but chunky.
  3. Transfer to a bowl; add remaining black beans, egg, breadcrumbs, sriracha (if using), and corn. Stir well.
  4. Form mixture into burger-sized patties. Freeze for 15-20 minutes for better shaping.
  5. Grill on medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Optionally add cheese near end.
  6. Or cook in a skillet with oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.

Notes

Add more sriracha or red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Mix in shredded pepper jack or cheddar cheese for a cheesy twist.

Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option.

Add grated carrots or zucchini for extra nutrition.

Substitute egg with flax or chia egg for vegan version.

Freeze uncooked patties individually; thaw before cooking.

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