Simple Bean Burgers With Paprika Garlic Sauce
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

To Make the Burgers:

1. Pre-heat the oven to 350°F.
2. Heat a pan over medium heat for about a minute and then add the onions. Cook the onions for 3 minutes, stirring intermittently so that the onions don’t stick to the pan.
3. Add the garlic and red peppers and cook for an additional 4 minutes, stirring frequently.Add the beans, the coriander powder, cumin powder, chili powder, red chili flakes and sea salt. Stir and cook for 2 more minutes.
4. Turn off the heat and transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl. With a potato masher, mash the mixture just until the beans are mashed (they don’t have to be mashed all the way).
5. Add the rice flour and stir until everything is incorporated.
6. Shape into 6 equal patties and place on a very lightly oiled baking sheet.
7. Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes on one side, flip, and bake for 20 minutes on the other side.

To Make the Sauce:

1. Drain the cashews and place then in the blender along with the rest of the ingredients (tahini, garlic, maple syrup, rice vinegar, paprika, sea salt, water).
2. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 2 minutes.