Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Set aside 1/2 cup of the beans.
  2. Place the other 1 1/2 cups in a medium bowl with garlic, cumin, cilantro and salt. Partially mash with a fork.
  3. Place remaining 1/2 cup of beans in a food processor with the egg. Process for approximately 30 seconds or until well combined.
  4. Add bean puree to slightly mashed beans in a bowl, and stir until combined.
  5. Add cheese and onion, combine well.
  6. Divide the bean mixture into 4 parts. Shape each portion into a 1/2 inch thick patty.
  7. Place cornmeal on a plate or in a shallow dish.
  8. Dredge each patty in cornmeal until thoroughly but thinly covered.
  9. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Coat with cooking spray.
  10. Add patties and cook for approximately 4 minutes on each side or until browned.
  11. Carefully move onto plates with a spatula.
  12. Serve hot, with sour cream and rice.