Veggie Burger
Ingredients:
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large sweet potato
- 1 cup dried black beans (or 2 cups cooked/canned black beans)
- Salt to taste
- Optional: breadcrumbs for binding
- Oil for cooking
Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
1. Cook the Black Beans:
- Rinse the dried black beans and soak them overnight in a crockpot filled with water.
- The next day, drain the beans, refill the crockpot with fresh water, and cook on low for about 6-8 hours until tender. If using canned beans, rinse and drain them.
2. Season and Cook the Rice:
- Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan. Add chili powder, mustard powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Stir in the rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes, then turn off the heat and let it sit, covered, for another 10 minutes to absorb any remaining water.
3. Bake the Sweet Potato:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pierce the sweet potato several times with a fork and place it on a baking sheet.
- Bake for about 45 minutes, or until tender. Allow it to cool, then peel and mash.
Make the Burger Patties:
1. Combine the Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher.
- Add the cooked rice, mashed sweet potato, and additional seasonings if needed. Mix until well combined. If the mixture is too wet, you can add some breadcrumbs to help bind it.
2. Form Patties:
- Shape the mixture into patties, depending on your preferred size.
3. Cook the Patties:
- Heat a little oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are nicely browned and heated through.
Serve:
1. Serve the Veggie Burgers:
- Enjoy your veggie burgers on a bun with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and avocado or serve them with a side salad for a low-carb option.