- The mixture is too soft.
- It might be due to the moisture in the BBQ sauce. Add more breadcrumbs and let it sit in the fridge longer.
Vegan BBQ burger
The essence of BBQ is the marriage of smoke and sweetness. In this recipe, the BBQ sauce isn't just on top but inside the 'meat' patty too, caramelising as it cooks to add deep, complex flavours to the beans. Pre-frying the onions adds extra sweetness and softness to the mix.
Ingredients
400
g
Tinned black beans
50
g
Porridge oats
1
head
Red onion
3
tbsp
BBQ sauce (plus extra for serving)
1
tsp
Smoked paprika
50
g
Breadcrumbs
4
pc
Buns
2
tbsp
Oil
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Equipment Needed
- Frying pan
- Mixing bowl
Allergen Information
Cereals containing gluten
Instructions
1
✓
Chop the onion and fry in a little oil.
Tip: Fried onion is sweeter and less watery than raw, giving the patty a better texture.
2
✓
Mash the beans, mix in the fried onion, oats, breadcrumbs, spices and BBQ sauce.
Tip: Don't blend completely smooth; a chunky texture is important.
3
✓
Shape into patties and rest in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Tip: They are easier to handle when cold.
4
✓
Fry in a pan until cooked.
Tip: They brown sooner due to the sugar content of the BBQ sauce, so be careful not to burn them!
5
✓
Assemble the burger with extra BBQ sauce.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 400 g Tinned black beans
- 50 g Porridge oats
- 1 head Red onion
- 3 tbsp BBQ sauce (plus extra for serving)
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 50 g Breadcrumbs
- 4 pc Buns
- 2 tbsp Oil