I finally made my first mainly black bean burgers which I  based on this recipe except I used the air fryer to prepare them.  The burger came out crisp on the outside and moist in the inside.  It has some kick to it but not unbearable.  Just right. The list of ingredients to make them is short and yet the taste and texture of these burgers are surprisingly satisfying.  

Easy peasy so you do not need to buy all sorts of plant based burgers from the grocery store that use all kind of ingredients and flavors. Just follow this and you are good to go.  

Air Fryer Black Bean Burger

Adapted from this recipe

• 1/2 onion, chopped 
• 1/2 cup cooked rice 
• 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs 
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 
• 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder 
• 1/2 tsp. salt 
• 1/2 tsp. cumin 
• 1 Tbsp. ketchup 
• 4 hamburger buns 
• Tomatoes, lettuce, pickles, onions, ketchup, mustard, and vegan mayo (optional)

• In a food processor, pulse the onion, rice, breadcrumbs, black beans, chili powder, salt, cumin, and ketchup until well combined. 
• Form the mixture into 4 patties.
• Place the patties on the previously sprayed air fryer basket.
• Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 14 minutes flipping the patties halfway through.
• Serve on buns with toppings of your choice.