My Black Bean Cakes

"This is my version of a black bean cake served at our local mexican restaurant. This is a favorite vegetarian option for Meatless Monday at our house. Feel free to adapt this recipe to your family's preferences - it is very friendly to change."
 
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Ready In:
35mins
Ingredients:
11
Yields:
12 cakes
Serves:
4-6
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ingredients

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directions

  • In 1 T. oil, saute onion, red pepper, jalapeno, and garlic till soft-about 5 minutes. Add cumin and set aside.
  • Puree 1 can of beans in a food processor till smooth. Add sauteed vegetables, corn, and lime juice and pulse briefly to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to a mixing bowl. Add masa harina, 2nd can of beans, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix well and form into patties using a 1/4 cup measure. (Patties can be held in the fridge at this point for up to a day).
  • Dredge patties in breadcrumbs.
  • Heat 2 T. oil over med-high heat and fry cakes 5 minutes per side till hot. Serve with your favorite sauce. Enjoy!

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I used to call myself the Queen of All Things Mundane, but not anymore! Now I am the Queen of All Things Baked! I own and operate My Sister's Bake Shop in northern Michigan where we strive to make the best quality baked goods with a healthy twist. I am a teacher by trade, but my passion is baking - one of my favorite things to do is to combine my two loves and teach people to cook and bake!
 
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