Black Bean Burgers

Step 1

Soak the mushrooms in hot water for 5 to 10 minutes; roughly chop.

Step 2

Put the mushrooms, beans, garlic, oats, spices and soy sauce in a food processor with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Let the machine run until the mixture is combined, not puréed, about 30 seconds. (Or use a potato masher.) Add oats to thicken, or liquid to thin, as needed.

Step 3

Stir in the cilantro, and let sit for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Shape into 4 large or 8 small patties; let them sit for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Put the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook until crisp on one side, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook until the burgers are crisp on the other side, another 5 minutes or so. Serve with the usual fixings.