Black Bean Smash Burger

Step 4: Smash & sear the patties

    • bean patties

  • Buns & toppings

    • cheddar
      , mild, grated
      to taste

Set a cast iron griddle or pan over high heat, and add a drizzle of cooking oil.

When smoking hot, place a bean ball onto the cook surface. Using a piece of parchment paper as a barrier, smash down the bean ball with a metal spatula until completely flattened (it should be fairly thin and as wide as the bun). Repeat with a second bean patty.

Let the smashed bean patties and develop a crust for 2-3 minutes before flipping over.

To one of the patties, add a handful of grated cheese. When melted, add the other smashed patty on top of the cheese to create a double decker patty with melted cheese in the middle.

Remove from the heat and repeat with the remaining 2 bean balls for the other burger.

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