Preparing a delicious and nutritious black bean burger topped with a perfectly cooked egg is a culinary endeavor that combines wholesome ingredients with culinary creativity. This flavorful combination offers a satisfying meal that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also nourishes the body with essential nutrients. The key to achieving a perfect black bean burger with an egg on top lies in selecting high-quality ingredients, properly preparing the burger patties, and cooking them to perfection. This ultimate recipe guide will walk you through the steps of crafting a succulent black bean burger with a crispy outer layer and a tender, juicy interior, all complemented by the richness of a golden-yolked fried egg.
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BLACK BEAN BURGER WITH AN EGG ON TOP
This is a vegetarian burger that does not mimic the texture or look of ground meat, but it isn't meant to. It's more like the most excellent refried beans. Though you can serve this well-seasoned patty like a traditional burger, on a bun with the usual condiments, it is at its best topped with a fried egg. Dusted with fine cornmeal, the burgers are pan-fried as the mixture is too soft to grill. After frying, they are baked until crisp. For convenience, they may be fried in advance and reheated.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories burgers, grains and rice, vegetables, main course
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Put beans in a colander set over a bowl and drain well. (Reserve juices for another purpose or discard.) Pat the beans dry with paper towels, then mash them a bit with a wooden spoon or potato masher, but leave them chunky.
- Transfer beans to a large bowl with the rice and toss together. Add chopped cilantro, serrano chile, scallions, chipotle powder, cumin and pinch of cayenne, to taste. Season generously with salt and mix well to incorporate.
- Add the egg to the cornstarch solution and beat together, then drizzle it all over the bean mixture and mix well to distribute.
- Form mixture into six thick patties of equal size. Each patty should weigh about 4 1/2 ounces. Place patties on a baking sheet and place in freezer for 10 minutes to firm. (For a firmer mixture, prepare a day in advance of cooking and refrigerate.)
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Add 1/2-inch oil to a heavy skillet over medium heat. Dust patties lightly on both sides with fine cornmeal. (It's OK if they are slightly frozen.) When oil is shimmering, slip the patties into the pan; work in batches to avoid crowding, or use two pans. Fry the burgers gently, about 3 minutes per side until nicely browned, adjusting heat as necessary. Transfer burgers to a baking sheet and let them crisp further for about 20 minutes in the oven (or let them cool and reheat later).
- Meanwhile, fry the eggs, if using. Put a sunny-side-up egg on top of each warm burger, and serve on buns or warm plates with lettuce and condiments, if using. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.
BLACK BEAN BURGERS
Take a bite out of Sandra Lee's Black Bean Burger recipe from Sandra's Money Saving Meals on Food Network for a budget-friendly vegetarian meal from the grill.
Provided by Sandra Lee
Categories main-dish
Time 27m
Yield 4 burgers
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-low heat.
- In a food processor, pulse onion and garlic until finely chopped. Add 1 can black beans, cilantro, parsley, egg, and red pepper flakes and pulse to combine.
- Transfer mixture to a large mixing bowl, add the remaining can of black beans and the bread crumbs. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and mix until well combined.
- Divide 2/3 mixture into 4 portions and form into patties. Save the remaining mixture for another use, like Black Bean Enchiladas. Place on hot oiled grill over medium-low heat and cook about 6 minutes a side or until heated through. Toast hamburger buns on a grill. Place a burger on the bottom of each bun. Top with lettuce, tomato and ketchup. Cover the burgers with the top of the bun and serve.
BLACK BEAN BURGERS
"Before I met my husband, I was a vegetarian. I don't make many meatless dishes on our cattle ranch, but I still love this one."
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mash the beans.
- Using a fork, mash the beans in a medium bowl until they are mushy but still have some whole bean pieces throughout.
- Make the burger mixture.
- Mix the breadcrumbs, grated onion, chili powder, egg and some salt and pepper into the beans. Add a splash of water if the mixture looks dry. Set aside for 5 minutes. Preheat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add a few tablespoons of canola oil.
- Form the patties.
- Divide the bean mixture into 4 equal balls and form into 4 nice, neat patties. Black bean burgers don't shrink when they cook, so whatever size you make them when they go into the skillet will be the size they are when they come out.
- Cook the burgers.
- Cook the burgers until browned, 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Add a slice of Swiss cheese to the top of each burger. Invert a second skillet on top of the first skillet and continue cooking, 2 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Top the burgers.
- Combine the mayonnaise and some hot sauce in a small bowl. Serve the burgers on toasted buns with the spicy mayonnaise, lettuce and sliced tomatoes.
VEGAN BLACK BEAN BURGERS
Easy black bean burgers for everyone! You don't need to follow the recipe or amounts exactly. I never do. Serve with your favorite burger fixings and sweet potato fries.
Provided by jeshaka
Categories Main Dish Recipes Burger Recipes Veggie
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
- Mash black beans in a bowl; add onion, garlic, carrots, and green bell pepper. Mix.
- Whisk cornstarch, water, chile-garlic sauce, chili powder, cumin, seafood seasoning, salt, and black pepper together in a separate small bowl. Stir cornstarch mixture into black bean mixture.
- Mix whole-wheat bread into bean mixture. Stir flour, 1/4 cup at a time, into bean mixture until a sticky batter forms.
- Spoon 'burger-sized' mounds of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, about a 3/4-inch thickness per mound. Shape into burgers.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cooked in the center and crisp in the outside, about 10 minutes on each side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.8 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 11.3 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 1263.5 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
THE BEST BLACK BEAN BURGER
This is the best black bean burger ever! The flavor you get from adding fresh herbs, spices, garlic, and shallots will have your taste buds jumping for joy. And it's easy to make.
Provided by CookingWithShelia
Categories Veggie Burgers
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mash black beans in a bowl with a potato masher, leaving a few beans whole for texture; set aside.
- Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add shallot, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook and stir until vegetables have softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add to black beans and season with basil, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Fold beaten eggs into the bean mixture. Sprinkle in bread crumbs, adding a little at a time and fold in. Be careful not to overmix the bean mixture.
- Reheat the skillet that you cooked the onion mixture in. Scoop out 1 cup bean mixture and shape into a ball. Set the ball into the hot skillet and gently flatten to form a burger.
- Cook until firm and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining bean mixture. You might need to add more oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 697.8 mg
Tips:
- Use ripe, fresh black beans for the best flavor.
- Rinse and sort the beans before cooking to remove any debris or damaged beans.
- Cook the beans according to the package instructions or in a slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours.
- Add aromatics to the cooking water for extra flavor, such as garlic, onion, cumin, and bay leaves.
- Once the beans are cooked, drain and mash them with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly smooth, but still have some texture.
- Season the mashed beans with your favorite spices and herbs, such as chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper.
- Form the bean mixture into patties and cook them in a pan with a little oil until they are browned and crispy on the outside and heated through on the inside.
- Serve the black bean burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, avocado, cheese, and condiments.
- For the egg on top, cook it in a separate pan with a little oil until it is cooked to your liking.
- Place the cooked egg on top of the black bean burger and serve immediately.
Conclusion:
Black bean burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They are packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, and they can be made in just a few simple steps. With the right ingredients and a little bit of effort, you can create a delicious black bean burger that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. So next time you're looking for a tasty and healthy meal, give black bean burgers a try. You won't be disappointed!
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