Thai Rice and Black Bean Burgers

30 minutes to assemble
6-8 minutes to cook
Total time: 36-38 minutes
13 – burgers
30 minutes to assemble
6-8 minutes to cook
Total time: 36-38 minutes
13 – burgers
Thailand meets Mexico in these spicy and delicious vegetarian burgers. A Taste of Thai Garlic Basil Coconut Rice and Garlic Chili Pepper Sauce make all the difference.

Ingredients

  • 1-6.7 oz box Garlic Basil Coconut Rice
  • 2 tablespoons oil plus more for pan-frying
  • 1 cup minced onions
  • 2 carrots, minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 3-15.5 oz cans black beans
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Chili Pepper Sauce
  • 1 cup bread crumbs, divided
  • 1/2 cup chopped basil

Directions

  1. Cook rice according to box directions.
  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium high heat. Add onions, carrots, garlic and salt. Cook until vegetables are wilted. Add cumin and stirring, cook 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  3. In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, add one can of drained beans, egg and Garlic Chili Pepper Sauce. Process until mostly chopped. Scrape into large bowl.
  4. Drain remaining two cans of beans and add to processor along with rice. Process until mixed and broken down, but not completely smooth. Scrape into bowl with beans. Add 1/2 cup of bread crumbs, basil and reserved vegetables. Mix well.
  5. Using a 1/2 cup measuring cup or a scoop with a wire release, scoop 13 portions of bean mixture onto a counter dusted with remaining 1/2 cup bread crumbs. Shape into patties.
  6. In an oiled skillet over a medium high heat, pan-fry burgers 3-4 minutes on each side or until browned. Serve with favorite burger condiments.

In This Recipe

This sauce packs heat and a ton of flavor. Use it as a hot sauce or add a dash to spice up your favorite recipes.
Our Jasmine Rice gets some added zip from Garlic, Basil, and other Thai spices. Makes a wonderful side or stuffing.
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