Simple Bean Burgers - beans

Method

• Combine the beans, onion, oats, chili powder, salt, pepper, and egg in a food processor and pulse until chunky but not pureed, adding a little liquid if necessary (this is unlikely but not impossible) to produce a moist but not wet mixture.
• Let the mixture rest for a few minutes if time allows.
• With wet hands, shape into whatever size patties you want and again let rest for a few minutes if time allows.
• (You can make the burger mixture or even shape the burgers up to a day or so in advance.
• Just cover tightly and refrigerate, then bring everything back to room temperature before cooking.)
• Film the bottom of a large nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet with oil and turn the heat to medium.
• A minute later, add the patties.
• Cook until nicely browned on one side, about 5 minutes; turn carefully and cook on the other side until firm and browned.
• Serve on plates with any of the accompaniments listed in Serving Burgers, or on buns with the usual burger fixings.
• Or cool and refrigerate or freeze for later use.