Vegan Black Bean Burger (Printable)
Hearty black bean patties paired with smoky chipotle mayo create a delicious plant-based main dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Black Bean Burger
01 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
03 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free optional)
04 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tbsp water (flax egg)
07 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
08 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
13 - 1 tbsp olive oil plus additional for cooking
→ Chipotle Mayo
14 - 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
15 - 1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
16 - 1 tbsp adobo sauce
17 - 1 tsp lime juice
18 - Pinch of salt
→ For Serving
19 - 4 vegan burger buns
20 - Lettuce leaves
21 - Sliced tomato
22 - Sliced red onion
23 - Pickles (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Combine ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl and allow to thicken for 5 minutes.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, mash black beans until mostly smooth with some texture remaining.
03 - Add oats, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, flax egg, tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to beans. Mix thoroughly until uniform.
04 - Divide mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a firm patty.
05 - Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat and cook patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side until browned and heated through.
06 - In a small bowl, combine vegan mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, and salt. Stir and adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Optionally toast the burger buns before assembling.
08 - Spread chipotle mayo on buns, add black bean patty, then layer with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pickles. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These patties hold together beautifully without any weird binders or processed ingredients.
- The chipotle mayo adds a smoky kick that makes even meat-eaters forget theyre eating beans.
- You can mix the patties ahead and keep them in the fridge, making weeknight dinners a breeze.
02 -
- Don't skip letting the flax egg sit, it really does make a difference in how well the patties hold together.
- If the mixture feels too wet, add a tablespoon more breadcrumbs until it's firm enough to shape.
- Let the patties cook undisturbed for the full time before flipping, moving them too soon will cause them to break apart.
03 -
- Toast the buns in the same skillet after cooking the patties to soak up any leftover flavor.
- Use a measuring cup to portion the patties so they cook evenly and fit perfectly on the buns.
- If you don't have chipotle peppers, a pinch of cayenne and a drop of liquid smoke can get you close.