Vegan Black Bean Burgers

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE BURGER PATTY :

• 1 Flax Egg (1 Tablespoon flaxseed meal + 3 Tablespoons water)

• 1 Teaspoon Olive Oil

• 1/2 Red onion, finely diced

• 3 Cloves Garlic, minced

• 1 Large Carrot, shredded

• 1 x 410gr Can Black Beans

• 1/4 - 1/3 Cup of Oat Flour

• 1 Teaspoon Cumin

• 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder

• 1 Teaspoon Chilli Powder

• 1/4 Teaspoon Paprika

• 1/2 Teaspoon Salt

• Pinch of freshly ground Black Pepper

TO SERVE

• Sliced Tomato

• Sliced Onion

• Sliced Avocado

• Crispy Iceberg Lettuce Leaves

• Mushrooms

• Hummus

• Shredded cabbage

• Choice of bun

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix flaxseed meal and water in a small bowl and place in the fridge for 5 minutes.

2. Place a large pan over medium heat and add 1 Teaspoon of coconut oil. Once oil is hot, add in onion, garlic and carrot and fry lightly until onions are translucent and carrots begin to soften a bit (about 5 minutes)

3. Transfer to a large bowl and store in the spices : cumin, garlic powder, chilli powder, paprika, salt and pepper.

4. Using a food processor or high powered blender, blend black beans until well blended and just a few bean chunks remain. Transfer to the bowl with the veggies and then stir in the flax egg and the oat flour.

5. Taste, adjust seasonings and add additional salt and pepper if necessary.

6. Divide mixture into 4 patties. Place in airtight container in the fridge for 15-30 minutes. After 30 minutes place a large skillet pan over medium heat and warm a generous splash of olive oil. Add the patties and cook 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through.

7. Place inside buns or lettuce with tomato, avocado, onion, mushrooms, shredded cabbage and a dollop of hummus on top.

4 PATTIES