Talk about flavor! This combo of fresh veggie-based “pasta” & lightly fried bean balls is truly a winner! The second I bit into this dish I was in love and it’s now a go-to staple of mine for quick and easy eating on a budget that won’t break the bank.
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American, Italian
Prep Time 10minutes
Cook Time 15minutes
Total Time 25minutes
Servings 3servings
Calories 419kcal
Author Margaret Chapman
Ingredients
15ouncesof Black Beans
1cupof Oat Flour (oats ground up)
1cupof Rolled Oats
Bread Crumbs (optional)
Oil (optional, if you fry them)
1 ½Tablespoonsof Flax Seeds (ground)
1 ½teaspoonsof Salt
1teaspoonof Smoked Paprika
1teaspoonof Garlic powder
1teaspoonof Onion powder
Instructions
Heat a medium-sized skillet to medium-high heat or preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (options for frying or baking, your choice).
In a food processor pulse oats & flax seeds (if whole, not ground) till slightly chunky powder. Set aside in a medium bowl.
Drain your black beans and rinse till water runs clear, fill your can back up with water (with the beans still in the can) and pour it all into your food processor. Pulse till smooth.
Combine your rolled oats (blended and regular), bean purée and seasonings till fully incorporated, let rest for 5 minutes to thicken.
Portion out 1 in. scoop balls and roll in bread crumbs for an even coat. Fry about 2-3 minutes on each side, rotating/flipping every couple minutes till dark golden brown all over. Or bake for 6-8 minutes, flip and repeat.
Serve with warm marinara and/or over veggie pasta, enjoy!
Notes
You can even make these in bulk, omit the breadcrumbs and freeze a batch for future meals!