Black Bean Veggie Patties

By Ron Ladouceur 2015-05-12

Key Points

Serving size: 1 Patty
Before preparing dried beans, sort through for tiny pebbles or shriveled beans.
Dried beans need to be soaked before they are cooked.
The best way to soak dried beans is to cover them in cold water and bring to a gentle boil, turn off the heat and allow beans to soak in the water for 1-2 hours. *Do not add salt to the soaking water. Drain water and rinse with fresh water.
To cook beans, cover with fresh water and simmer for 1-2 hours. Do not let beans dry out, beans should always be covered with water.
Eat beans for a good source of fiber, protein, iron, and vitamin B.

In a large bowl, mix mashed beans, green pepper, onion and garlic.
In a small bowl, mix egg, chili powder, cumin and hot sauce. Add to large bowl. Stir in bread crumbs. Add salt and pepper to taste.
To make 1 patty, lightly pack some of the mixture to fill 1/3 cup measuring cup. Take mixture out of cup and form into a patty or burger shape. Repeat to make the other 4 patties.
Spray frying pan with non-stick cooking spray. Cook patties over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side.**
Serve and enjoy!
Refrigerate leftovers.

**The temperature of the patties must reach 160° F in the center to be sure the egg has been properly cooked.

Nutrition facts per serving

Try these delicious veggie patties as a healthy burger substitute!