Classic Bean Burgers

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat a grill to medium heat.
2. 2
   Peel the garlic cloves.
3. 3
   In the bowl of a food processor, add the red onion and garlic and process until finely chopped.
4. 4
   (If you dont have a food processor, chop finely with a knife.)
5. 5
   Add almonds, sunflower seeds, fresh cilantro, hot chili powder (cayenne), olive oil, salt, and a good amount of fresh ground pepper.
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   Pulse 10 to 15 times until the mixture is coarsely chopped.
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   (If not using a food processor, coarsely chop the almonds, sunflower seeds, and cilantro, and combine with the other ingredients.)
8. 8
   Drain and rinse the beans.
9. 9
   In a medium bowl, mash the beans with a potato masher.
10. 10
    Stir in the ingredients from the steps above, and add the bread crumbs.
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    Mix together with your hands; taste and add more salt if desired.
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    Form the mixture into four patties.
13. 13
    Place on a grill and grill for 6 to 8 minutes per side, depending on the heat of the grill.
14. 14
    Or, bake them in a 450 degrees F oven for 30 minutes, flipping after 15 minutes.
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    This recipe comes from my friends at acouplecooks.com!
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    They know how to do it right!