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Step 1
Add the beans to a large mixing bowl. Gently pat beans dry with a paper towel. Using the back side of a fork or potato masher, mash beans until smooth and pasty.
Step 2
Heat a small skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
When hot, add the oil, onion and garlic. Sauté 3 minutes then transfer to the bowl with the beans.
Step 4
In a small bowl, add the paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Mix until combined then add to the large bowl.
Step 5
Using the same small bowl, mix the BBQ sauce and molasses until thoroughly combined.
Step 6
Add 3 tablespoons of the mixture to the large bowl and set aside the rest for basting during cooking
Step 7
In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, process oats until fine.
Step 8
Add the oats to the large bowl with the beans, veggies and sauce.
Step 9
Add the rice, beets, beet juice and egg and mix everything until combined.
Step 10
Using your hands, form the mixture into 4 patties, about 5 ½ ounces each. Place patties on a freezer safe plate and freeze for 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can put them in the refrigerator for 2 hours or more.
Step 11
Heat a large flat skillet over medium heat. Spray with oil and, using a spatula, transfer patties to the skillet.
Step 12
Cook the patties for 5 minutes, carefully flip with the spatula, baste with the remaining sauce and cook an additional 5 minutes. Add cheese during the last 2 minutes, if using.
Step 13
With the spatula, place each patty on a bun and top with your desired toppings.