• Mash beans with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly a paste with just a few chunks. (They should look similar to refried beans.)
• Add oatmeal, rice, paste, water, and spices.
• Using wet hands, form into 6 burger patties.
• Put patties on a clean plate and cover with foil or plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. This allows them to set and become firm.
• Cook with your prefered method, below.
• Serve with your favorite burger condiments.

Meal Prep

• To freeze: Flash freeze by placing burgers on a cookie sheet in freezer for one hour. (This prevents them from sticking together so you can pull out one at a time.) Remove from freezer and place into a storage container or zipper bag for up to 3 months.
• To serve, remove from freezer. If thawed, follow cookking times below. If cooking from frozen, plan to add additional cooking time and check that they are hot throughout.

Stovetop

• Cook in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes. Carefully turn over. Cook 2 to 3 minutes more.

Oven

• Preheat oven to 350℉. Place burgers on a cookie sheet. Bake for 15 minutes. Turn over and bake 10 minutes more. Allow to rest 5 minutes.

Grill

• Grill 5 minutes on each side. (Do not overcook or they will be dry.)

Air Fryer

• Cook at 350℉ for 10 to 15 minutes or until hot and a bit crispy.