Black bean seitan burgers

Our Black Bean Seitan Burgers are a mouthwatering creation that elevates the classic burger experience. Crafted with care and fuelled by plant-based ingredients, these burgers are a delicious and satisfying option for veggie enthusiasts and meat-lovers alike.

At the heart of these burgers is a dynamic duo: black beans and seitan. The black beans bring a rich, earthy undertone to the mix, while the seitan adds a hearty, meaty texture. Packed with protein and fibre, these burgers not only tantalize your taste buds but also keep you full and satisfied.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Total Time

50 minutes

Serves

6

Ingredients

4 tablespoons (60ml) Extra virgin olive oil
4 each (2.04 kg) Medium onions, diced
2 each (114 g) Garlic heads, finely minced
4 tablespoons (12g) Dried oregano leaves
4 tablespoons (24g) Ground cumin
4 cups (312g) Cremini mushrooms, diced
2 cups (274g) Sunflower seeds
4 cups (686g) Black beans, cooked, drained & rinsed, divided
1 cup (120g) Vital wheat gluten
4 cups (660g) Brown rice, cooked
1 tablespoon (15ml) Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 teaspoon (6g) Sea salt

Toppings:

24 each Burger buns, plant-based
10 1/2 ounces (300g) Tomatoes, to taste
4 1/2 ounces (120g) Red onion, to taste
4 1/2 ounces (130g) Iceberg lettuce, to taste
7 ounces (200g) Dill pickles
10 each Jalapenos, fresh (optional)
Desired condiments — ketchup, egg-free mayonnaise, mustard

Avocado Lime Mayo:

2/3 cup (166ml) Egg-free mayonnaise
1 1/3 each (262.5 g) Avocado
1 1/3 each (30 ml) Lime, juiced
Salt & pepper, to taste

Preparation

In a large skillet over medium heat add oil. Once heated add onion and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes.
Add garlic, oregano, cumin and mushrooms and sauté until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a food processor add sunflower seeds and pulse until coarsely ground. Add cooked vegetable mixture, half the beans and vital wheat gluten. Pulse until mixture comes together. In a large bowl, combine puréed mixture, remaining beans, rice, soy sauce (or tamari) and salt. Stir until combined.
Form mixture into 6, 4-inch patties and transfer to parchment lined baking sheets. Brush with oil and bake for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and crisp on the outside. Meanwhile, prep toppings for burger. Mix all mayo ingredients together and whisk until smooth.
To assemble burger: Place burger on bun and top with condiments of choice, tomatoes, onions and lettuce. Optionally top with fried jalapeños.

Looking for other delicious plant-based recipes? You’ll love our Cauliflower and Lentil Fritters and Dairy-Free Nacho Cheese Sauce.