Black Beans

Black beans are a small, dark variety of common beans, especially prominent in Latin American cuisine.

16oz. Package

Recipe as shown in the Picture: Spicy Chipotle Black Bean Burgers

These spicy black bean burgers prove that meatless patties can still be packed with flavor and protein. Given a boost of smoky flavor from our Chipotle in Adobo, this twist on an all-American favorite is delicious topped with melted Chihuahua or Monterey Jack cheese, avocado and the salsa of your choice.

Prep time: 20 min

Cook time: 15 min

Total time: 30 min

Ingredients:

Makes 4 servings

• 28 Ounces Black Beans, cooked

• 1/3 Cup Plain Bread Crumbs

• 1/4 Cup Minced Onion

• 3 Tablespoons Mayonnaise

• 1 Chipotle Adobo, 1 from can, chopped

• 1 Teaspoon Adobo Sauce, from can

• 2 Teaspoons Ground Cumin

• 1 Teaspoon Mediterranean Oregano crumbled

• 1/2 Teaspoon Kosher Sea Salt Flakes

• 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Black Peppercorns 

• 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil

• 4 Hamburger Buns

Directions:

1. Place about half of beans, bread crumbs, onion, mayonnaise, chipotle chile, adobo sauce, cumin, oregano, salt and black pepper in food processor. Pulse until coarse purée forms.

2. Place remaining beans in bowl, and mash lightly with fork, leaving large chunks of bean visible. Add to purée, and mix well. Form mixture into 4 patties.

3. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add patties, and cook until crisp and lightly browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.

4. Transfer to buns, and top as desired.

Work well in soups, especially Cuban black bean soup

Use in frijoles negros, refried beans and chili

Cooked in a savory broth, black beans can stand alone with a dish of rice

Carefully sort beans and rinse thoroughly. Soak overnight. Rinse and place in a large pot. Cover with fresh water. Bring to a boil and cook 3 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 60 minutes or until tender. Salt to taste.

Approximately 3/8 inch long and slightly kidney shaped

Satiny black skin and white center

Dense, meaty texture when cooked

Earthy, slightly sweet flavor

Non-Perishable