Black Bean Cakes

These are really delicious, especially when served with sour cream or the homemade sauce included in this recipe! They are great for Chinese New Year.

Original recipe makes 12 servings

Ingredients

3 cups dry black beans
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon milk
1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • PREP

    10 mins

  • COOK

    15 mins

  • READY IN

    25 mins

Directions

  1. Place black beans in a large pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour, or until tender.
  2. In an electric blender or food processor, process black beans until smooth. Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and cilantro; blend. Roll the mixture into balls, allowing 3 tablespoons of mixture per ball.
  3. Place balls between sheets of wax paper and press down on the wax paper to form 1/8 inch thick rounds.
  4. Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet. Fry the cakes 2 or 3 minutes per side.
  5. In a bowl, combine yogurt, milk, and cayenne pepper (to taste). Serve the sauce over the hot black bean cakes.

Nutrition

Calories: 175 kcal
Carbohydrates: 28.3 g
Cholesterol: < 1 mg
Fat: 3 g
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 9.8 g
Sodium: 110 mg

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