Black Bean Quinoa Burgers

Black Bean Quinoa Burgers

Course: Main Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 2 15 oz cans black beans rinsed and strained
  • 1 shallot chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Zest & juice of lime
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce of choice
  • 1 1/4 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 flax egg

Method
 

  1. Reserve 1/2 cup black beans and set aside.
  2. Add the remaining beans, shallot, garlic, spices, lime zest, juice and hot sauce into the bowl of a food process fit with a steel blade.
  3. Process until the mixture is the texture of a very chunky puree.
  4. Transfer this mixture to a mixing bowl.
  5. Add the remaining beans, cooked quinoa and egg white and stir together to form your 'dough'.
  6. Shape the mixture into 6 patties and chill in the fridge for at least 1/2 an hour, more if you have time.
  7. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the patties to the pan. You may have to do this in batches depending on the size of your pan.
  8. Cook them until browned, about 3 - 5 minutes per side.

Notes

Flax Eggs (or Chia Eggs)

Flax Eggs (or Chia Eggs)

A quick and easy egg replacement, featuring freshly ground flax or chia seeds. Flax “eggs” are an easy vegan egg substitute. They’re a great baking alternative for vegans and for those who have allergies and must follow an egg-free diet.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 egg

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon of ground seed measure after grinding!
  • 3 tablespoons of water

Method
 

  1. For each egg, combine ground seed (measure after grinding!) and water. Stir well, and allow the mixture to sit for about 10 minutes.

Notes

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