How to Make Mexicana Veggie Burgers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mexicana Veggie Burgers are a perfect option for those looking for a tasty and nutritious meatless burger. Packed with flavor and protein, these veggie burgers are a satisfying meal for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

These homemade veggie burgers are not only delicious but also incredibly simple to make. They are made with a combination of black beans, corn, bell peppers, onions, and a variety of spices that give them a Mexican-inspired flavor. The result is a hearty burger that ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn niblets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
  • ⅓ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour, or more if needed
  • ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning, or to more taste
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Bring rice and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Stir corn into hot rice.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir black beans, chickpeas, and garlic until warmed, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Combine rice mixture and bean mixture in a large bowl. Stir Cheddar cheese, 1/3 cup flour, and a pinch of red pepper flakes into rice-bean mixture into a thick mixture; form into patties.
  • Mix about 1/4 cup flour, Cajun seasoning, and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Coat each patty in flour mixture.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat; pan-fry patties until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    193 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 248mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 232mg