Hearty Kidney Bean Burgers

1. 1
   prep · ~5 min

   Grind the oats and prep the beans.

   1.Blitz rolled oats in a blender until they form a coarse flour (about 30 seconds).

   2.Drain the boiled kidney beans thoroughly and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

   3.Mash the beans with a potato masher or fork until mostly broken down but still a bit chunky.

   TIPLeave some bean chunks for texture — completely smooth paste makes mushy burgers.
2. 2
   saute · ~6 min

   Sauté the aromatics.

   1.Heat 1 tsp of oil in a small pan over medium heat.

   2.Add cumin seeds and let them crackle for 30 seconds.

   3.Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes.

   4.Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute more until fragrant. Remove from heat.
3. 3
   mix · ~3 min

   Combine the burger mixture.

   1.Add the sautéed onion mixture to the bowl of mashed beans.

   2.Mix in oat flour, breadcrumbs, tomato paste, soy sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.

   3.Stir until everything is evenly incorporated and the mixture holds together when pressed.

   TIPIf the mixture feels too wet, add a teaspoon of breadcrumbs at a time. If too dry, a splash of water helps bind.
4. 4
   prep · ~2 min

   Shape the patties.

   1.Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions.

   2.Shape each portion into a patty about ¾-inch thick, slightly wider than the burger buns.

   3.Place shaped patties on a tray or plate.

   TIPPress a slight indent in the center of each patty with your thumb — it prevents the burger from puffing up as it cooks.
5. 5
   fry · ~10 min

   Pan-fry the kidney bean patties.

   1.Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

   2.Carefully place the patties in the skillet without crowding.

   3.Cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side until a deep golden crust forms.

   4.Flip gently with a spatula and cook another 4-5 minutes until browned and heated through.

   TIPDon't flip too early — a good crust takes 4 minutes. Let the pan do the work.
6. 6
   assemble · ~3 min

   Assemble the burgers.

   1.Lightly toast the split buns in the same skillet or a toaster until warm.

   2.Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun.

   3.Add the kidney bean patty, then top with tomato slices, onion rings, and pickle chips.

   4.Spread ketchup on the top bun and close the burger.
7. 7
   serve · ~1 min

   Serve the burgers hot.

   1.Transfer assembled burgers to serving plates.

   2.Serve immediately while the patties are warm and the bun is toasty.

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