Black Bean Burger (Veggie Burger)

Ingredients:

• 15 oz. can of black beans
• 1/2 onion
• 2-3 cloves of garlic
• Red pepper flakes
• Cumin
• Cilantro/Parsley
• Salt & Pepper
• 1 egg
• 1 cup of breadcrumbs

Recipe:

1. In a food processor, blend the onions and garlic
2. Rinse and drain your black beans, then add that to the processor
3. Add in a tsp. of cumin & red pepper flakes (adjust the spice to your liking)
4. Add in a pinch of salt and pepper, along with 1 egg and blend
5. After everything is blended, add the mixture into a large mixing bowl. Add in a cup of breadcrumbs and combine
6. Form your patties (Recipe should make 4 large patties, or 6-8 slider sizes), and place them in the freezer for 15-20 minutes. Freezing them will allow them to stay together better when they start cooking.
7. After 20 minutes, heat a skillet with oil and sear the patties on high to medium heat. Try not to flip them too much, or they may break.
8. Once you get a nice sear, place them in a 375F oven for about 5-10 minutes, making sure the insides are fully cooked
9. Once the burgers are fully cooked, assemble your burgers and enjoy!