Black Bean Teriyaki Burger

This recipe was created by HSUS’s expert chefs and approved by HSUS’s team of registered dietitians. This recipe meets the USDA guidelines for K12 and childcare programs.

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Servings: 12

Serving Size: 11.71 ounces

Ingredients

Black Bean Patties
5 3/4 cups black beans, canned, drained, rinsed
1 cup teriyaki sauce
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Slaw
9 1/4 cup cabbage, coleslaw mix
1 cup red onions, sliced
1 1/2 cups fresh cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
2 teaspoons sesame oil

Burger
2 1/4 cups pineapple, canned, crushed with juice, 12 rings total
1 1/2 cups teriyaki sauce
12 hamburger buns, wheat, sliced

Preparation

1. For black bean patties: Place beans in a food processor and pulse to break up but do not process into a paste.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine processed beans, first listed teriyaki sauce, panko breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix well, making sure breadcrumbs are fully moist and there are no dry spots in mixture.
3. Measure 4 ounces and press into patties. Place on parchment lined sheet pan, stack in layers if needed with parchment paper between each patty. Cover and hold in cooler for at least 30 minutes.
4. For slaw: In a large mixing bowl, combine cabbage coleslaw mix, red onions, cilantro, salt and sesame oil. Mix well. Cover and hold in cooler until service.
5. For pineapple: Using a bar grill over medium-high heat, add pineapple rings. Grill pineapple for about 3-5 minutes or until marks appear, then flip. Continue grilling for another 3-5 minutes until marks appear on second side and pineapple is heated through. Hold hot for service.
6. To cook patties – Preheat oven to 350° F. In a pot, heat sauce over medium heat until it comes to a boil. Reduce heat and hold hot. place patties on a parchment lined sheet pan and brush with teriyaki sauce. Bake in oven for 15 minutes, flip and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes or until internal temperature is 165° F. Remove pan from oven and brush patties with sauce again, then place into hotel pans and hold hot for service.
7. To plate: Place bottom bun on plate. Add patty to bun. Add pineapple ring to top of patty. Add 4 ounces slaw mixture. Add top half of bun.

Nutrition information 

Calories: 677 Total Fat: 5g Saturated Fat: 1g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrate: 125g Fiber: 23g Total Sugars: 20g Protein: 37g Sodium: 2,433mg

Notes

2 oz Meat Alternative (4 oz Black Bean Burger Patty), 2 oz Grain Equivalent (1 x Whole Wheat Bun), 1/2 cup Other Vegetable, 3 Tablespoons Fruit

*The nutrition information is an estimate based on general ingredients. These amounts will vary based on the products you are using.