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Black Bean Burgers
From The Gluten-Free Almond Flour Cookbook by Elana Amsterdam

3 T olive oil
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 cups black beans, cooked and mashed slightly
2 t sea salt
1 T ground cumin
1 t ground chipotle
½ cup minced fresh cilantro
3 large eggs
½ cup almond flour

Directions:

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the onion for 8 to 10 minutes, until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for 2 to 3 more minutes until softened.
2. In a large bowl, combine the onion mixture, beans, salt, cumin, chipotle, cilantro, eggs, and almond flour. Form the mixture into 2 inch patties.
3. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 4 to 6 minutes per side, until browned around the edges. Transfer the patties to a paper towel-lined plate and serve.