Ingredients

Patties

• 14 oz (400 g) sweet potato, roasted & mashed
• 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) black beans, rinsed
• 1 cup (80 g) breadcrumbs or oats
• 1 tsp (5 ml) cumin
• 1 tsp (5 ml) chili powder
• Salt and pepper

To Serve

• Buns and fixings

Steps

1. Mash sweet potato and beans; mix with breadcrumbs and spices; season.
2. Form patties; pan-sear in a little oil 3–4 minutes per side or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
3. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.

Pairings

• Wine: Zinfandel – fruit for sweet potato and smoky chili powder; Garnacha – juicy and easygoing
• Beer: Amber Lager – malt sweetness with sweet potato; Brown Ale – nutty and soft