Introduction
Summer is here, and it's time to fire up the grill and invite your friends and family over for a backyard cookout. But what if you or your guests don't eat meat? No worries, we've got you covered with this mouthwatering BBQ veggie burger recipe that will satisfy even the most dedicated carnivores.Ingredients
To make these delicious burgers, you'll need the following ingredients:- 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup of cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup of finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup of finely chopped mushrooms
- 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- Burger buns and your favorite toppings
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or a potato masher until they're mostly broken down but still have some texture.2. Add the cooked brown rice, chopped onion, chopped mushrooms, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together until well combined.
3. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty. Place the patties on a plate or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
5. Grill the veggie burgers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they're nicely charred and heated through.
6. Toast the burger buns on the grill for a minute or two, or until they're lightly golden and crispy.
7. Assemble the burgers with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, avocado, onion, pickles, cheese, ketchup, mustard, and mayo.
Tips
- You can also cook these burgers in a skillet or in the oven if you don't have a grill.- Make sure to use cooked brown rice, not uncooked rice, or the burgers won't hold together well.
- You can use any type of mushrooms you like, such as cremini, shiitake, or portobello.
- If you want to make these burgers gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or substitute them with almond flour or oat flour.