Beanburger

Name: Beanburger
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 68 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 red or yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1 generous pinch each of cumin, ground coriander, mild chilli powder, paprika and turmeric; 2 tins of mixed beans, drained; 2–3 medium carrots, grated; 40 g rolled oats; 1 egg

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This Beanburger recipe is built around chopped onion, and it comes together in about 20 minutes from start to finish. It is naturally vegetarian, so it suits mixed tables without any substitutions. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.

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Cook 20 min
Total 20 min
Serves 68
Level Medium

Ingredients

1 medium Chopped Onion, chopped
1 Red or yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 Generous pinch each of cumin, ground coriander, mild chilli powder, paprika and turmeric
2 Tins of mixed beans, drained
2 –3 medium carrots, grated
40 g Rolled oats
1 Egg

Method

Fry the onions and pepper (in a little bit of oil) with the spices for a couple of minutes. Leave to cool.
Mash the beans in a large bowl.
Add the carrot, onion, pepper and oats to the mashed beans and mix until well combined.
Add the egg gradually (you probably won't need all of it). You don't want a mixture that's too sticky.
Shape the dough into 6 to 8 burgers and lightly flour each side.
Fry the burgers (in a little bit of oil) for a few minutes on each side, until golden.

Tips for the best Beanburger

Let the egg come up to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking so it cooks evenly.
Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 7 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.

Variations

Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
Swap the egg for silken tofu — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.

Serving ideas

Finish with fresh herbs and serve family-style in the middle of the table.

Storage

Best eaten fresh. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2 days; reheat in a hot pan or oven rather than the microwave to bring the crispness back.

Frequently asked questions

What can I substitute for chopped onion?

Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.

Is Beanburger vegetarian?

Yes — this version is vegetarian as written. Always check packaged ingredients if you have strict requirements.

Is this Beanburger recipe medium to make?

It is rated medium: 7 ingredients and 6 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.

How many people does this Beanburger recipe serve?

As written it serves 68. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 68×2.

How long does Beanburger take to make?

About 20 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.

Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source