Black Bean Grillers
These hearty black bean burgers are the perfect grill-worthy alternative for vegans and vegetarians, packed with smoky barbecue flavor.
Equipment
- Grill, Mixing bowl, Microwave-safe bowl, Plastic wrap
Ingredients
- 1 cup 100 g TVP granules
- 1 cup 235 ml water
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml soy sauce
- 1 can 15 ounces, or 425 g black beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup 72 g vital wheat gluten flour
- ¼ cup 60 ml barbecue sauce, plus more for basting
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml liquid smoke
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons 32 g creamy natural peanut butter
Instructions
- Reconstitute the TVP by mixing it with the water and soy sauce in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Alternatively, pour boiling water over the TVP and soy sauce, cover, and let stand for 10 minutes.
- Once cool enough to handle, add the beans, wheat gluten, ¼ cup barbecue sauce, liquid smoke, pepper, and peanut butter to the reconstituted TVP.
- Mash together with your hands until the mixture is uniform and most of the beans are mashed.
- Form the mixture into 6 patties.
- Grill the patties on the barbecue for about 5 minutes per side, brushing with additional barbecue sauce as you go.
- Alternatively, pan-fry them in a bit of oil, then top with extra barbecue sauce.
- Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with a fresh side salad or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp, light white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or a cold beer for the perfect summer barbecue experience.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 220 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 8 g | Fiber: 6 g | Sugar: 5 g | Salt: 0.7 mg
