REFRIED BEAN CAKES

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I adapted this dish from a Cooking Light recipe for black bean cakes. It packs a nice, spicy punch and can be made in about 30 minutes. Plus I've included a recipe for leftovers, that just might be better than the original.

Provided by Linda Dalton

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large egg lightly beaten
1 16 oz can refried beans- i use old el paso fat free
3/4 c panko bread crumbs, divided
1/4 c finely chopped scallions
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
3/4 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground chili powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper
2 clove garlic, grated
canola oil for frying
pico de gallo for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. In large bowl combine all ingredients except canola oil and mix well. If the mixture seems a little loose, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  • 2. Separate bean mixture into 4 portions and shape each portion into a 3/4 inch patty (it is a rather loose mixture, not like sturdy burgers). Dredge each patty in remaining panko and get ready for a quick saute.
  • 3. In large non stick skillet add 1-2 T canola oil and heat on medium. Add patties and cook 3 minutes on each side. Remove from skillet and serve with fried eggs and a salad, or salsa, sour cream and some spicy sriracha sauce.
  • 4. If you have any cooked cakes leftover, make a spicy corn tortilla melt the next day. It's quick and delish. For each melt, take 2 corn tortillas (I use the 6 inch) and spread equal amounts of low fat mayo and srirscha sauce on inner side of each tortilla.
  • 5. Sprinkle a T or 2 of low fat cheese over the mayo mixture.
  • 6. Cover the cheese with a bean cake topped with pico de gallo. Top the patty with a little more cheese. Cover with second tortilla (mayo/sricha side down) and press down lightly so the bean patty will spread to almost the size of your tortilla.
  • 7. Spray cooking pan with PAM or similar product, heat burner to medium and add tortilla sandwich to the heated pan. Cook about 3 minutes on one side, and right before you're ready to flip the tortilla, spray top with a little more PAM. Flip and cook another 2 or 3 minutes. Let cool a bit and serve with anything your little heart desires.

Daphnee Dephonce
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I love these refried bean cakes! They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Emmanuel madit kolnyin Waar
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These refried bean cakes are the perfect way to use up leftover refried beans. They're easy to make and they're delicious.


Angela Alexander
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I've made these refried bean cakes several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make, and they're a great way to use up leftover refried beans.


Shanta Actor
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These refried bean cakes are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy beans. They're perfect for a quick snack or a light meal.


Ugly “young boy” As
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I love these refried bean cakes! They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Pendo Kesi
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These refried bean cakes are a great way to get your kids to eat their beans. They're fun to make and they taste great.


Rafaqat Jutt
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I've tried many refried bean cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cakes are crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside.


Joiya Sab
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These refried bean cakes are the perfect way to use up leftover refried beans. They're easy to make and they're delicious.


Sartajahmedlashari
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I made these for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


Derrick Mwilizi
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These were delicious! I used black beans instead of pinto beans, and they turned out great.


Jewel Rahman
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I've made these refried bean cakes several times now, and they always turn out great. They're so easy to make, and they're a great way to use up leftover refried beans.


Altaf Gee
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These refried bean cakes were a hit! They were crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. I served them with salsa and sour cream, and they were the perfect appetizer or snack.