Black Bean Patties with Cilantro and Lime |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 5 |
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Canned beans simplify the preparation of this Southwestern-style recipe. Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1 cup chopped onion |
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper |
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper |
1 tablespoon minced jalapeño pepper |
1 teaspoon chili powder |
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano |
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, undrained |
1 1/2 cups dry breadcrumbs |
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal |
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro |
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice |
1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded monterey jack cheese |
vegetable cooking spray |
2/3 cup salsa |
Directions:
1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and next 8 ingredients (onion through garlic); sauté 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add beans; sauté 1 minute. Combine bean mixture, breadcrumbs, cornmeal, cilantro, and lime juice in a large bowl; stir well.
2. Place 1 cup bean mixture in a food processor, and process until smooth. Add puréed bean mixture and cheese to remaining bean mixture; stir well. Divide mixture into 10 equal portions, shaping each into a 3-inch patty.
3. Wipe skillet clean with paper towels. Coat skillet with cooking spray, and place over medium-high heat until hot. Add 5 patties, and cook 3 minutes or until browned, turning patties carefully after 1 1/2 minutes. Repeat procedure with remaining patties. Serve with salsa.
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