Ingredients
- 16 ounce can black beans , drained and rinsed
- 1/2 green bell pepper , cut into 2 inch pieces
- 1/2 onion , cut into wedges
- 3 cloves garlic , peeled
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce , optional
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Using a fork or your hands, mash black beans in a medium bowl until forming a thick paste.
- Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic to a food processor and process to a fine dice. Stir diced vegetables into the black beans.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, chili powder, cumin, and hot sauce (if using).
- Stir the egg mixture into the mashed beans until well combined.
- Mix bread crumbs gradually into the black bean mixture until it is sticky and holds together. Divide into four equal portions and form into patties.
- Add oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties in the skillet for 8 minutes, then flip them over and cook for an additional 8 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 613mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 726IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 4mg
