Chipotle Black Bean Patties | Vegan
These Chipotle Black Bean Patties are a delicious, filling, and healthy vegan main dish that pairs well with so many side dishes like green salad, pasta salad, and even mashed potatoes.
Everyone has heard of black bean burgers, so now we need to talk about these vegan Chipotle Black Bean Patties and how they are a little different.
Recently, there was an event that I needed to take a dish to, and I knew there would be very limited plant-based options for me and my husband to eat. These black bean patties ended up being a hit! I just made patties out of my regular vegan black bean burger recipe, and they were perfect.
Reasons you will love this recipe
- Packed with Protein: These vegan chipotle black bean patties are loaded with plant-based protein, making them a hearty and satisfying meal option.
- Smoky and Spicy Flavor: The chipotle seasoning adds a delicious smoky heat that makes these patties stand out from typical veggie burgers.
- Easy to Make: These patties are simple to prepare with just a few wholesome ingredients, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.
- Versatile and Customizable: Serve them in buns, lettuce wraps, or on a salad—these black bean patties are versatile and can be customized to suit your preferences!
How to make black bean patties
The recipe card at the bottom of the page has the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions.
STEP #1: Start by draining and rinsing a can of black beans, or make your own fresh. Just be sure to get rid of all the liquid.
In a large bowl, mash black beans with a potato masher or even a fork. I like to use a potato masher with a long handle because it makes it easier.
STEP #2: Add all ingredients to the bowl with black beans, including oats, veggies, chipotle, and spices.
Now, you can use a spoon to mix these ingredients, but I have found that my hands work much better for this. Kneading the mixture together is much more effective and thorough.
STEP #3: Form into patties or whatever shape you prefer. For this gathering, I decided to go with an oblong shape, so everyone would not be asking, “Where are the buns?” And it worked!
STEP #4: Line a baking sheet with and bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes. They also do well in an air fryer. You can pan-fry; however, for the firmest patties, baking or air frying are recommended.
STEP #5: While the patties are cooking, make the dairy-free chipotle sauce if you decide to make it which I highly recommend.
STEP #6: Remove the black bean burger patties from the oven or air fryer and allow them to cool. Serve warm and drizzle with the chipotle sauce if you are making it.
These black bean patties went over extremely well. I made about a dozen or more and came home with an empty plate. One of the runners in the family went on about how good they were and how he loved the mixture of black beans with chipotle sauce. For the WIN!
Frequently Asked Questions
Bake, air fry, grill, or cook in a non-stick frying pan. For the firmest patties, baking or air frying are recommended.
To keep black bean burgers from falling apart, make sure to mash the beans well and mix them with the oats well. Chilling the patties before cooking also helps them hold together better, but I have never needed to do that with these patties because they are firm.
Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. hey can be frozen in an airtight freezer-friendly container for approximately 3-6 months. I always bake them and then freeze them, but you could freeze them raw and then bake them when you’re ready.
We have a whole list of vegan black bean recipes that you should check out!
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Vegan Black Bean Chipotle Patties
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cooked black beans drained and rinsed, 15 oz can
- 1 cup old fashion oats
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper diced
- 1/4 cup onions diced
- 3 tablespoons ketchup more if desired
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce without anchovies or Bragg's Aminos
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dry steak seasoning
- pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 chipotle minced , (optional)
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the black beans.
- In large bowl, mash black beans with a potato masher.
- Dice onion and red pepper. Mince chipotle pepper if using.
- Add all ingredients to bowl with black beans.
- Mix thoroughly. I use my hands to knead them well.
- Form into patties. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
- Drizzle with your favorite sauce. My favorite happens to be Chipotle Ranch Sauce but barbecue sauce also works great. Serve warm.
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Hands down, the best black bean burgers recipe. Though I did change the catsup for salsa and I added one clove of garlic. I decided to pan fry with a little olive oil. We topped ours with a little fresh guacamole.
I cant say how grateful I am for this recipe! Trying to eat more plant based meals with a meat living husband isn’t easy, but he loved this burger and will be a weekly staple. Thank you!!!!
Lew- WooHOO! I’m so glad that you liked these and that even your husband did too! ♥♥
I will be making these tonight. Do you cook them before freezing?
Hi Lew- You can do it either way. I usually cook mine before freezing, but the uncooked patties freeze well too.
OMG…these are so awesome! Loved the flavor and the sauce! Made a baked sweet potato and drizzled sauce on that too….wow! Thanks
That’s SO wonderful to hear! If you haven’t tried these in a bun as a Black Bean Burger, I highly suggest them too. Thanks so much for the great feedback!
I never use canned any thing, I only use healthy fresh food. How do they turn out using dried beans?
Cooked dried beans work terrific in this recipe.
Sounds wonderful! Question: do you drain and rinse the beans, or just use the entire contents of the can?
Definitely drain and rinse the beans. Hope you enjoy!
This looks great but I don’t see onions in the ingredient list. How much did you put in the recipe?
Oh! Thanks so much for catching that! I’ve added the onions to the ingredient list now. This recipe calls for 1/4 cup diced onions. Great eyes!