Black Bean Burgers with Tempeh Crisps

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==Ingredients==
* 6 whole wheat buns
=== Black bean burgers ===
* 3 cups cooked black beans
* 2 cups cooked brown rice
* 1 cup bread crumbs
* ½ tsp salt
* ½ tsp black pepper
* ¼ cup chopped scallions
* 1 tbsp chili powder
* 1 tbsp catsup
* ½ to ¾ cup water, or as needed to process
=== Tempeh crisps ===
* 12 oz tempeh, sliced into thin strips
* 2 tbsp chili powder
* ½ tsp salt
* ½ tsp pepper
==Directions==
# Preheat oven to 375 °F.
# Spray sheet pan with nonstick cooking spray.
=== Black bean burgers ===
# Combine black beans, brown rice, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, scallions, chili powder and catsup in food processor, and process, adding just enough water to blend, until smooth.
# Form into 6 equal-sized patties, and chill 1 hour.
=== Tempeh crisps ===
# Meanwhile toss tempeh strips with chili powder, salt and pepper.
# Spread strips evenly on sheet pan, and bake about 15 minutes, or until browned and crisp.
# Remove from oven, and set aside.
=== Finishing the burgers ===
# Heat skillet over medium heat, and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
# Add patties, cooking 5 minutes on each side, or until heated through.
# Place each burger on whole wheat bun.
# Garnish with crisps and favorite condiments.
Category:Burger Recipes
Category:Black bean Recipes
Category:Brown rice Recipes
Category:Vegetarian Recipes
Category:Tempeh Recipes