Photo by Romulo Yanes
There are lots of meatless burgers in the world, but this Latin American-inspired recipe is especially satisfying without being stodgy. It's pantry-friendly to boot.
Recipe information
Total Time
15 min
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
2
(14-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained, divided
3
tablespoons mayonnaise
1
/3 cup plain dry bread crumbs
2
teaspoons ground cumin
1
teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1
/4 teaspoon cayenne
1
/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
3
tablespoons vegetable oil
4
soft hamburger buns
Accompaniments: sour cream; salsa; lettuce
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Preparation
Step 1
Pulse 1 can beans in a food processor with mayonnaise, bread crumbs, cumin, oregano, and cayenne until a coarse purée forms. Transfer to a bowl and stir in cilantro and remaining can beans. Form mixture into 4 patties.
Step 2
Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Cook burgers until outsides are crisp and lightly browned, turning once, about 5 minutes total. Serve on buns.