Name: Homemade Black Bean Burgers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 Burgers
Cuisine: American

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January 30, 2026

This black bean burger is packed with flavor and a super satisfying summer sandwich. I've always enjoyed a juicy beef burger stacked high with a slice of tomato and red onion with mayonnaise on the bun. No one's going to mistake this black bean burger for a beef burger- I will leave that to the food scientists. But I have to say; since I started making these, I have not craved a regular meat burger.

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Homemade Black Bean Burgers

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 6 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Start by grating half an onion on a box grater and placing it in a mesh sieve. Sprinkle the grated onion with half a teaspoon of salt and set aside. The salt will help draw out some of the liquid.

Pull out your food processor and blitz the walnuts. You want a crumbly texture- not walnut butter. It should take 30 seconds to one minute.

Add the chipotle chilies, black beans, garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, black pepper and spice mixture to the food processor and pulse until the mixture is sticky with some whole beans remaining.

Next, transfer the mixture from the food processor into a large bowl. Add the soaked and grated onion, panko bread crumbs, and eggs and mix together with a spatula until thoroughly combined.

Divide the black bean burger mixture into six equal portions to ensure consistent-sized patties. This will help them cook evenly.

With the Burger Mold

Lightly brush the inside of the burger mold with extra virgin olive oil to prevent sticking. Press a portion of the black bean mixture firmly into the mold, forming a patty shape. Repeat this process with the remaining mixture until all the patties are formed. The mold came with perfectly round pieces of parchment paper, making it easy to handle the patties.

Forming by hand

Use slightly wet hands: Before you begin shaping the patties, dampen your hands with warm water.

Press firmly and compactly: When shaping each patty, firmly press the mixture together to ensure it holds its shape. Compact the mix tightly to prevent the patties from falling apart during cooking.

Flatten and smooth the edges: Once you've formed a ball with the mixture, gently flatten it into a patty shape using your palms. Smooth out the edges and any cracks or imperfections, ensuring a uniform thickness throughout.

Cook Patties

Once all the patties are shaped, preheat the large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush the patties with a little extra virgin olive oil on both sides to prevent sticking.

Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are nicely browned and heated through.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Bean Moisture Magic 💧
Pat black beans completely dry after draining to prevent soggy burger patties and ensure a crisp exterior when cooking.
Binding Brilliance 🥚
Let the mixture rest for 15-20 minutes after combining ingredients to allow breadcrumbs and egg to properly bind the burger mixture.
Flavor Depth Technique 🌶️
Finely mince the Chipotle Peppers in Adobo to distribute heat and smoky flavor evenly throughout the burger patty.
Textural Crunch Secret 🥜
Lightly toast walnuts before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor and add a subtle crispness to the burger texture.
Perfect Patty Formation 🤲
Use wet hands when forming patties to prevent sticking and create smooth, compact burger shapes that hold together during cooking.

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I'm Nora! Balancing Bowls is the product of a slightly chaotic life, a need to make and grow things, and a love of creative cooking. If you're here because you're trying to feed your family well without losing your mind, you're in the right place.