Black Bean Cakes

Ingredients

• 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 ear corn, cut off the cob ((or 1 cup frozen corn, defrosted))
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup cilantro, packed
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 1-2 tablespoons oil (for sautéing

Steps

1. 1

   Place all the ingredients, except the oil, in a food processor and puree.

2. 2

   Heat a large saute pan over low to medium heat with 1-2 tbsp oil.

3. 3

   Place 2-3 tablespoons of the bean mixture in the pan. Using the back of a spoon, spread the mixture into an even circle (the size and shape of a small pancake).

4. 4

   Cook for 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Flip and cook on the other side for another 3-4 minutes or until cooked through.

6. 6

   Cook remaining patties, adding about 1 tbsp oil for each batch, and move to a plate.

7. 7

   Cool and serve.