Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 large portobello mushrooms
  • 200 grams broccoli
  • 1 small white onion
  • 400 grams black beans (tinned weight, 240g drained weight)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1.5 tsp paprika
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch cayenne
  • 1 large egg (whisked lightly)
  • 50 grams breadcrumbs (or enough to bind)

Instruction

  • Pre-heat your oven to gas mark 6 or 200C.
  • Prepare a baking sheet with grease proof paper.
  • Roughly chop the portobello mushroom, broccoli and white onion and place into a food processor along with the black beans and garlic.
  • Pulse the vegetables and black beans for a minute or two until the mixture starts to come together.
  • Transfer the mix to a large bowl.
  • Add the spices, egg and breadcrumbs to the bowl and mix well.
  • Once fully combined, shape the mixture into 4 large burger shaped patties and place on to the line baking sheet.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the burgers to firm up.
  • Cook in the centre of the oven for 15 minutes or until a light crust has begun to form and the burgers are hot the whole way through.
  • Transfer the burgers to a griddle pan on high and cook for 2-3 minutes each side until charred.
  • Serving suggestions can be found in the notes.