Vegan Veggie Burger

1. 1
   prep · ~5 min

   Prep the beans and oats.

   1.Drain and rinse the cooked black beans thoroughly, then spread on a clean kitchen towel and pat very dry.

   2.Pulse rolled oats in a food processor 5-6 times until they resemble coarse breadcrumbs.

   TIPDry beans mean better binding — excess moisture makes mushy patties.
2. 2
   saute · ~6 min

   Sauté the aromatics.

   1.Heat 1 teaspoon oil in the skillet over medium heat.

   2.Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, 4-5 minutes.

   3.Add minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook until fragrant, 30 seconds.

   4.Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

   TIPCooling the onion mix slightly prevents it from steaming the beans when combined.
3. 3
   mix · ~5 min

   Form the burger mixture.

   1.In the large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork until mostly broken but still chunky — leave about one-third of the beans partially whole.

   2.Add the sautéed onion mixture, ground oats, tomato paste, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper.

   3.Mix with your hands until everything is evenly incorporated and the mixture holds together when squeezed.

   TIPLeaving some beans chunky gives the burger a meaty bite. Don't over-mash into a paste.
4. 4
   prep · ~16 min

   Shape the patties.

   1.Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions.

   2.Shape each into a patty about 3.5 inches wide and 0.75 inch thick, pressing firmly so they hold together.

   3.Place patties on the parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.

   TIPChilling helps the patties set — they'll hold together much better in the pan.
5. 5
   fry · ~10 min

   Cook the patties.

   1.Heat the remaining oil in the skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

   2.Carefully place chilled patties in the skillet, cooking in batches if needed.

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

   4.Flip gently and cook another 4-5 minutes on the second side.

   TIPDon't flip too early — let the crust set or the patty may break apart.
6. 6
   assemble · ~2 min

   Assemble the burgers.

   1.Toast the hamburger buns cut-side down in the same skillet for about 1 minute until golden.

   2.Spread ketchup and mustard on the bottom buns.

   3.Place a patty on each bun, then top with lettuce, a tomato slice, and pickle slices.

   4.Close with the top bun and serve immediately.

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