Spiced Bean Burgers
preparation time:
20 minutes
cooking time:
10 Minutes
serves
4
difficulty:
Quite tricky
Kitchen tools needed for this recipe
Large frying pan
Wooden spoon or spatula
Chopping boards
Knives
Plate or bowl for serving
Ingredients
2 Cans Kidney Beans or Black Beans (400g each), drained and rinsed well
1 small Red or Brown Onion, very finely diced
1 Garlic Clove, minced (or 1 tsp Garlic Paste)
1 Teaspoon Ground Cumin
1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
½ Teaspoon Ground Coriander
½ Teaspoon Salt
4-5 Tablespoons Plain Flour or Breadcrumbs
2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil (for frying)
Burger Buns for the burgers!
Chef's Tip
Use your hands to mash up the beans, and then bind everything together!
Always wash your hands very well before cooking or baking.
Method
Step 1: Mash the Beans (The Base)
Empty the drained beans into a large mixing bowl. Hand a potato masher to the kids and let them take turns smashing the beans.
Step 2: Mix the Flavors
Stir in the finely diced onion, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, and salt. Mix well until everything is evenly coloured by the spices.
Step 3: Bind the Mixture
Sprinkle in the flour or breadcrumbs and stir tightly. The mixture should feel like a thick, moldable dough. If it feels too sticky to hold, add 1 more tablespoon of flour.
Step 4: Divide and Shape
Divide the mixture into 5 equal portions. Roll the portion into a smooth ball, then gently press down onto a clean chopping board or plate to shape it into a flat, round patty (about 2cm thick). Dust with flour to stop it sticking.
Step 5: Master the Flip (The Main Lesson)
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- Carefully slide the patties into the pan. Fry for 4 to 5 minutes without touching them. Letting a nice, brown crust form on the bottom is what locks the burger together.
- The Turning Test: Completely under the patty. Support the top lightly with a fork or back of a spoon, lift, and smoothly roll it over away from themselves to avoid oil splashes.
- Cook for another 4 minutes on the second side until crisp and hot through.
Step 6: Assemble
Slide each burger safely out of the pan and place it straight into a split burger bun.
💡 Teacher's Lesson Tips for "The Perfect Turn"
- The "Patience" Rule: Don't try to turn the bean burger too early, it will crumble. The crust acts like glue!
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