There are many veggie burger recipes out there, but we have a fondness for this one. With protein-rich black beans and quinoa, this is a veggie burger with some substance. We added our savory Cuban Spice, zesty Voodoo and herbs to amp up the flavor even more. Top with lettuce, tomato, or any other burger fixings you love. This delicious and addictive veggie burger will become one that you will want to eat year round.
Cuban Black Bean Burger
There are many veggie burger recipes out there, but we have a fondness for this one. With protein-rich black beans and quinoa, this is a veggie burger with some substance. We added our savory Cuban Spice, zesty Voodoo and herbs to amp up the flavor even more. Top with lettuce, tomato, or any other burger fixings you love. This delicious and addictive veggie burger will become one that you will want to eat year round.
There are many veggie burger recipes out there, but we have a fondness for this one. With protein-rich black beans and quinoa, this is a veggie burger with some substance. We added our savory Cuban Spice, zesty Voodoo and herbs to amp up the flavor even more. Top with lettuce, tomato, or any other burger fixings you love. This delicious and addictive veggie burger will become one that you will want to eat year round.
Ingredients
- 3 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups of cooked quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 3 large cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1-1/2 teaspoons Voodoo
VoodooLike all great magic, there are secrets in this blend that would make Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau proud. Coarse French sea salt? Aleppo pepper? No one can say for sure, maybe it's just... - 1-1/2 tablespoons
Cuban SpiceThis delightful Cuban blend combines savory spices with herbal and citrus flavors to impart Caribbean flair to any dish. We've included both Mediterranean and Mexican oreganos alongs... - 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 3/4 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon whole Cumin Seed - Toasted
Cumin Seed - ToastedCumin has a rich and savory base flavor, with hints of citrus and pine. When toasted, cumin seed loses some of its bitter pungency, and the earthier notes are enhanced, resulting in ... - 1-1/2 teaspoons Oregano - Turkish
Oregano - TurkishTurkish oregano is a classic, and no spice pantry should be without it. The aromatic profile enhances an array of dishes and cooks up nicely with bold flavors either alone or in comb... - 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Panko bread crumbs
- Oil for pan frying
Preparation
Heat oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, Cuban Spice, Voodoo and cumin seeds, and cook until onion has softened.
In a large bowl, mash the contents of one can of black beans with the tomato paste, lime juice, lime zest, Turkish oregano and chopped cilantro.
Fold in the remaining whole black beans, mixing well. Add in the onion mixture and quinoa, combining thoroughly.
Fold in the remaining whole black beans, mixing well. Add in the onion mixture and quinoa, combining thoroughly.
Form handfuls of batter into patty shapes, and dredge in Panko. Heat oil over medium-high heat, and pan-fry burgers for 3 to 5 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy.
Serve on toasted buns with your choice of condiments - avocado, lettuce and tomato are delicious with these.
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- Not a fan of black beans? Use garbanzo or kidney beans instead.
- These freeze well, so make a double batch for those busy nights.
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- These freeze well, so make a double batch for those busy nights.
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There are many veggie burger recipes out there, but we have a fondness for this one. With protein-rich black beans and quinoa, this is a veggie burger with some substance. We added our savory Cuban Spice, zesty Voodoo and herbs to amp up the flavor even more. Top with lettuce, tomato, or any other burger fixings you love. This delicious and addictive veggie burger will become one that you will want to eat year round.
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