Black Bean Fritters

Crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these Black Bean Fritters are a quick and easy way to transform pantry staples into a flavorful meal or snack. Featuring hearty black beans, zesty red onion, aromatic garlic, and a hint of fresh cilantro, these fritters are seasoned to perfection with cumin and smoky paprika for a bold, savory bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll have golden-brown, protein-packed patties ready to pair with your favorite dipping sauce—think creamy guacamole or tangy aioli. Perfect for appetizers, meatless mains, or an easy weeknight treat, these fritters are a delicious and budget-friendly way to enjoy plant-based eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Black beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 0.5 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but with a few chunks remaining for texture.

Step 2

Add the red onion, garlic, cilantro, egg, and breadcrumbs to the mashed black beans. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Season the mixture with ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Using your hands, form the mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. This should make around 8-10 fritters.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the fritters in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 6

Cook each fritter for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to carefully flip them.

Step 7

Transfer the cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sour cream, guacamole, or a spicy aioli.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	647.6 grams (647.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	750

Total Fat 13.00g	17%
Saturated Fat 3.00g	15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 3562mg	155%
Total Carbohydrate 123.20g	45%
Dietary Fiber 29.80g	106%
Total Sugars 8.10g
Protein 42.20g	84%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 265mg	20%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1315mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.0%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 63.3%