My Black Bean Cakes

Name: My Black Bean Cakes
Ingredients: 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 lime, juice of; 1/2 cup red pepper, chopped; 1 cup onion, chopped; 1/2 jalapeno, minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons cumin; 1 cup masa harina; 1 cup corn; oil, of your choice for sauteing; breadcrumbs

11 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 lime, juice of
1/2 cup red pepper, chopped
1 cup onion, chopped
1/2 jalapeno, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons cumin
1 cup masa harina
1 cup corn
oil, of your choice for sauteing
breadcrumbs

Directions

1

In 1 T. oil, saute onion, red pepper, jalapeno, and garlic till soft-about 5 minutes. Add cumin and set aside.
2

Puree 1 can of beans in a food processor till smooth. Add sauteed vegetables, corn, and lime juice and pulse briefly to combine.
3

Transfer mixture to a mixing bowl. Add masa harina, 2nd can of beans, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix well and form into patties using a 1/4 cup measure. (Patties can be held in the fridge at this point for up to a day).
4

Dredge patties in breadcrumbs.
5

Heat 2 T. oil over med-high heat and fry cakes 5 minutes per side till hot. Serve with your favorite sauce. Enjoy!