Black Bean Burgers

Name: Black Bean Burgers
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 15.5-oz. cans black beans, rinsed and patted dry; 1 tbsp. olive oil, plus more for brushing; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3/4 c. raw cashews; Kosher salt and pepper; 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2 tbsp. plus 2 tsp. sambal oelek, divided; 1 oz. whole-milk mozzarella, shredded (1/4 c.); 1 large egg, beaten; 3/4 c. panko; 1/2 c. plus 2 tbsp. mayonnaise, divided; 8 potato rolls, split; Sliced Cheddar cheese, tomatoes, and pickles and lettuce leaves, for topping

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By Trish Clasen MarsanicoPublished: Jun 21, 2024

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Yields:

8 serving(s)

Total Time:

1 hr

Cal/Serv:

483

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Who says veggie burgers have to be bland and boring? These black bean burgers made the entire test kitchen (both meat-lovers and vegetarians alike) swoon. Packed with roasted black beans, cashews, sambal, and a handful of shredded mozz, they boast intense savory depth in each bite — and best of all, can be made in advance, frozen, and grilled.

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Ingredients

2
15.5-oz. cans black beans, rinsed and patted dry
1 Tbsp.
olive oil, plus more for brushing
1
medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup
raw cashews
Kosher salt and pepper
3
cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 Tbsp.
plus 2 tsp. sambal oelek, divided
1 oz.
whole-milk mozzarella, shredded (1/4 c.)
1
large egg, beaten
3/4 cup
panko
1/2 cup
plus 2 tbsp. mayonnaise, divided
8
potato rolls, split
Sliced Cheddar cheese, tomatoes, and pickles and lettuce leaves, for topping

Directions

1. Step 1Heat oven to 350°F. Place black beans in single layer on large rimmed baking sheet and bake until beans are dry and mostly split open, 20 to 22 minutes.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium. Add onion, cashews, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is just tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute. Add 2 tablespoons sambal and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and let cool 5 minutes.
3. Step 3Transfer cashew-onion mixture to food processor and pulse until nuts are finely chopped. Add beans and pulse until finely chopped. Transfer mixture to large bowl; add mozzarella, egg, panko, 2 tablespoons mayo, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; gently fold mixture until it is combined and holds together.
4. Step 4Form mixture into eight 1/2-inch-thick patties (about 3.5 ounces each) and place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze until firm, 1 to 2 hours. (For long-term freezing, see below.)
5. Step 5When ready to cook, heat grill to medium. In small bowl, stir together remaining 1/2 cup mayo and 2 teaspoons sambal. Using 1 tablespoon oil, brush both sides of burgers and grill, covered, until cooked through and grill marks appear, 3 to 5 minutes per side, topping with cheese during last minute of cooking if desired. Grill buns if desired and spread with sambal mayo, then fill with patties, lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles if desired.

To freeze long-term: Transfer firm patties to freezer-safe resealable container, separating with pieces of parchment paper (to prevent sticking). Freeze up to 4 months. Grill straight from frozen on medium until heated through, 7 to 8 minutes per side.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): 483 cal, 23.5 g fat (4 g sat), 33 mg chol, 891 mg sodium, 55 g carb, 8 g fiber, 6.5 g sugar (3.5 g added sugar), 16 g pro

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