Jul 09 2026
Restaurantsβ€ΊHodad's Ocean Beachβ€ΊUnburger Recipe

Unburger Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Our Cheeseburger minus the Meat

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Ingredients

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Patty Mixture

Method

Patty preparation

  1. 1

    Mash and mix

    In a large bowl, mash the black beans until mostly smooth with a few chunky bits.

  2. 2

    Stir in the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated carrot.

  3. 3

    Add tomato paste, soy sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix until well combined.

  4. 4

    Fold in breadcrumbs and binding oats (or extra breadcrumbs) until the mixture holds together. Drizzle in olive oil as needed to moisten.

  5. 5

    If the mixture is too wet, sprinkle in a bit more breadcrumbs until it holds its shape.

Form, cook, and toast

  1. 6

    Shape patties

    Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4 inch thick.

  2. 7

    Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a thin layer of olive oil.

  3. 8

    Cook patties 3-4 minutes per side until crusty and heated through.

  4. 9

    Toast the buns in the skillet or toaster until lightly golden.

Prep toppings and sauce

  1. 10

    Chipotle mayo

    Whisk vegan mayonnaise, lime juice, and chipotle powder in a small bowl until smooth.

  2. 11

    Slice tomato and onion; rinse lettuce leaves. Arrange pickle slices to the side.

Assemble UnBurger

  1. 12

    Spread chipotle mayo and ketchup on the bottom bun.

  2. 13

    Place a patty on each bottom bun, top with a vegan cheese slice, then layer lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle.

  3. 14

    Top with the remaining bun and serve immediately.

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