Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish for your next meal? Look no further than these Spicy Black Bean Mushroom Fritters! Packed with flavors and perfect for any occasion, these fritters are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- These fritters are bursting with great flavors from the black beans, mushrooms, and spices.
- With quick prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for meal prep and busy weeknights.
Ingredient Notes:
- Black beans: Provide a hearty base for the fritters and add protein.
- Shiitake mushrooms: Add a meaty texture and umami flavor.
- Red onion: Adds a sweet and savory element to the fritters.
- Avocado oil: Provides a healthy fat for cooking.
- Spices: Cayenne pepper and garlic powder add a kick of heat and flavor.
- Flaxseed meal: Acts as a binder for the fritters.
- Quinoa: Adds a nutty flavor and extra protein.
- Gluten-free flour blend: Helps bind the fritters together.
- Sweet potato rice: Optional for serving.
- Avocado crema, creamy jalapeño sauce, or guacamole: Perfect for topping the fritters.
- Fresh cilantro: Adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Roast black beans, mushrooms, and red onion with oil and salt until tender.
- Make a flax egg substitute and combine with roasted vegetables, spices, flour, and quinoa.
- Form mixture into patties and fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with optional toppings and enjoy!
Helpful Tips:
- Make sure to fully cool the quinoa before adding it to the mixture for the right consistency.
- For extra crispiness, finish the fritters in the oven after pan-frying.
- Adjust the spice level by omitting or adjusting the cayenne pepper.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Use a cast iron skillet for optimal browning and crispiness.
- Mash some of the black beans to help bind the mixture together.
- Allow the fritters to rest for a few minutes after cooking to firm up.
Serving Suggestions:
These fritters are delicious on their own or served over sweet potato rice. Pair them with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat chilled fritters by pan-frying or in the oven until heated through.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I make these fritters ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the mixture ahead of time and fry them when ready to serve.
- Can I use regular flour instead of gluten-free flour? Yes, you can use all-purpose flour if you’re not gluten-free.
- Are these fritters spicy? You can adjust the spice level by omitting or reducing the cayenne pepper.
Conclusion:
These Spicy Black Bean Mushroom Fritters are a delicious and versatile dish that you’ll want to make again and again. Try this recipe for your next meal and let us know how you like it! Enjoy!
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Spicy Black Bean Mushroom Fritters Recipe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Baking
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Spicy Black Bean Mushroom Fritters are a flavorful and hearty dish perfect for a meatless meal. Packed with protein from black beans and quinoa, these fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
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- 1 (15 oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cups fresh shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 2 Tbsp flaxseed meal
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup gluten-free flour blend
- 1 cup cooked and cooled quinoa
Optional:
- Sweet potato rice
- Avocado crema, creamy jalapeño sauce, or guacamole
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare Quinoa: Cook 1/3 cup dry quinoa according to package instructions.
- Roast Vegetables: Preheat oven, toss black beans, mushrooms, and onion with oil and salt, roast until tender.
- Make Flax Egg: Combine flaxseed meal with water to form a flax egg.
- Mix Ingredients: Add roasted vegetables to flax egg, season, add flour and quinoa, mix to form batter.
- Form Patties: Portion mixture into 8 patties.
- Cook Fritters: Pan fry until golden brown, then bake for extra crispiness.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with optional sides and garnishes.
Notes
- Nutrition info may vary with optional ingredients.
- Use certified gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to taste preference.
- Ensure quinoa is cooled for proper consistency.