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Easy Crispy Vegan Black Bean Burgers with Oat Binder

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These vegan black bean burgers are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and use oats as a binder for perfect texture. Quick and easy to make, they are ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ¾ cup (75 g) rolled oats, ground slightly
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tablespoons water (flax egg)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the flax egg by combining 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal with 3 tablespoons water. Stir and let sit for 5–10 minutes until thickened.
  2. Drain and rinse black beans. Mash them in a large bowl with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but still textured.
  3. If using, pulse rolled oats in a blender or spice grinder until coarsely ground. Add oats to the mashed beans.
  4. Add chopped red onion, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped cilantro (if using) to the bean mixture. Stir in the flax egg and mix thoroughly until well combined. Add more oat flour if mixture is too wet.
  5. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions (about ¾ cup each). Shape each into a patty about ¾ inch thick. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
  6. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  7. Cook patties for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Avoid moving them too much to develop a crust. Adjust heat as needed.
  8. Remove from pan and let rest for a minute. Serve on toasted buns with desired toppings and sauces.

Notes

Chill patties before cooking to help them hold together. Use medium heat to avoid burning. Flip patties carefully only once or twice. If mixture is too wet, add more oats or flaxseed meal; if too dry, add a splash of water or soy sauce. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats or almond flour. Patties can be baked at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

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