Spicy Black Bean Burgers With Cranberry Ginger Relish
Description
These spicy black bean burgers offer a satisfying, plant-based alternative to traditional meat patties. The mixture of black beans, fresh jalapeƱos, and warm spices like cumin and coriander creates a robust flavor profile with a hearty, chunky texture. The burgers are bound with egg white and breadcrumbs for structure, then pan-fried until golden brown. They are elevated by a homemade cranberry-ginger relish, which adds a bright, sweet, and tangy contrast that cuts through the richness of the beans. Perfect for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or potlucks, this dish brings vibrant international flavors to your table. Serve on toasted buns with your favorite toppings for a complete meal.Directions
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In a large bowl, combine the black beans, 1/2 cup chopped onion, parsley, garlic, minced jalapeƱo peppers, 1/3 cup flour, coriander, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
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Mix in the beaten egg white.
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Coarsely mash the mixture into a thick, chunky paste using a potato masher, or pulse in a food processor until combined but not pureed.
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Mix in bread crumbs, adding more if necessary, to create a firm mixture that holds together when pressed.
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Form the bean mixture into six equal patties, lightly coating them with remaining flour.
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Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and set over medium heat until hot.
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Cook the patties until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
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While the burgers cook, make the relish: In a small saucepan over high heat, combine cranberries, brown sugar, celery, 2 tablespoons onion, ginger, cider vinegar, water, and Dijon mustard.
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Bring the relish mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and cranberries burst, about 10 minutes.
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Serve the warm black bean burgers on hamburger buns topped with the cranberry-ginger relish.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.4g10%
- Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 152mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 49.6g17%
- Dietary Fiber 12.0g48%
- Sugars 10.8g
- Protein 12.5g25%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.