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Best Black Bean Sweet Potato Burgers: Flavorful Homemade Vegetarian Patties

Close-up of three richly browned sweet potato and black bean burger patties stacked on a white plate.
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Make delicious, flavorful sweet potato and black bean burger patties at home. This recipe provides clear steps to create patties that hold together well for a satisfying meatless meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large sweet potato (about 12 ounces), baked and mashed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained well
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten free if needed)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, for cooking

Instructions

  1. Bake the sweet potato until very soft. Scoop out the flesh and mash it until smooth. You need about 1 cup of mashed sweet potato. Let it cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato and the rinsed, drained black beans. Mash about half of the beans with a fork to help bind the mixture, leaving the rest whole for texture.
  3. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together until just combined.
  4. Stir in the breadcrumbs gradually. You want the mixture to be firm enough to shape without being overly dry. If it feels too wet, add another tablespoon of breadcrumbs. This step is key for keeping veggie burgers together.
  5. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Place the patties on a plate lined with parchment paper.
  6. Chill the patties in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps them firm up before cooking.
  7. To cook, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the patties in the hot oil, ensuring not to crowd the pan.
  8. Pan fry for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until they are nicely browned and heated through. If you prefer baking, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes, flipping halfway.
  9. Serve immediately on your favorite buns with your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • For a Southwestern Style Bean Burger flavor, add 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro and a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mix.
  • If you are making these ahead, the uncooked patties freeze well. Place them on a baking sheet to freeze solid, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Cook directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
  • To make this a Gluten Free Burger Alternative, make sure your breadcrumbs are certified gluten free.

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