BBQ Black Bean Burger

Ingredients

1 can (16 oz), Field Day black beans, drained, rinsed, and dried

1 tbsp, extra virgin olive oil

¼ cup, shallot, finely diced

1 garlic clove, minced

½  large, jalapeno, diced

1 ½ tsp, cumin

1 tsp, paprika

½ tsp, chili powder

½ tsp salt

Pinch cayenne

2 tbsp, favorite BBQ sauce

½ cup brown rice, cooked

1 egg, beaten

¾ cup, Panko crumbs

1 tbsp, avocado oil

Directions

Drain can of beans in colander and rinse. Place a layer of paper towel on a baking sheet. Spread beans on top of paper towel and cover with another layer of paper towel. Gently press to dry beans.

In a medium skillet, heat olive oil on medium high. Add in shallot and jalapeno and cook 2-3 minutes. Add in garlic and cook an additional minute. Add cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and cayenne. Stir mixture to combine. Remove from heat.

In a large bowl, add in the black beans. Using a fork, gently mash about 2/3 of the beans. Add in the onion mixture, cooked rice, BBQ sauce, and Panko. Gently stir to combine.

Divide bean mixture into four patties – about ¾ inch thick. For best results, chill patties for about 30 minutes. 

In a large skillet, heat avocado oil on medium high. Once pan is hot, add patties. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side.