Black Bean Patties

Ingredients

• 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz each)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra for frying
• 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Method

1. 1

   Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 9-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 4 minutes.

   4:00 · Cook onion
2. 2

   Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

   1:00 · Cook garlic
3. 3

   In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher, leaving some texture rather than a smooth puree.

4. 4

   Add the cooked onion and garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, cilantro, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice to the mashed beans. Mix until evenly combined.

5. 5

   Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Chill the patties in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to help them firm up.

6. 6

   Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook until a deep golden crust forms on the bottom, about 4 minutes.

   4:00 · Sear first side
7. 7

   Flip the patties carefully and cook until golden and heated through, about 4 minutes more.

   4:00 · Sear second side
8. 8

   Transfer the patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain briefly, then serve warm.