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Black-Bean Burgers

These homemade black bean burgers offer a satisfying and smoky alternative for your next meat-free meal. By blending half of the beans into a purée while keeping the rest whole, the patties achieve an excellent texture that is both hearty and tender. Infused with warming cumin and a hint of cayenne pepper, they provide a gentle heat that pairs beautifully with the fresh, fragrant coriander.

Ideal for a quick midweek dinner or a relaxed weekend lunch, this vegetarian burger recipe is remarkably simple to prepare using store-cupboard staples. The patties hold their shape perfectly in the frying pan, developing a delicious golden crust that contrasts with the soft bun. For the best result, serve them alongside cooling soured cream and a vibrant tomato salsa to balance the savoury spices.

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Ingredients for Black-Bean Burgers

  • 2 (400g) cans black beans, rinsed and drained, divided

  • 45ml mayonnaise

  • 50g plain dry bread crumbs

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled

  • 1/4 teaspoons cayenne

  • 1/4 cup finely chopped coriander

  • 45ml vegetable oil

  • 4 soft hamburger buns

  • Accompaniments: soured cream

  • salsa

  • lettuce

How to make Black-Bean Burgers

Pulse 1 can beans in a food processor with mayonnaise, bread crumbs, cumin, oregano, and cayenne until a coarse purée forms. Transfer to a bowl and stir in coriander and remaining can beans. Form mixture into 4 patties.

Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Cook burgers until outsides are crisp and lightly browned, turning once, about 5 minutes total. Serve on buns.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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