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African-Inspired Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burgers
"Grains of paradise are the seeds of a plant that grows in the swamps along the West African coast. They impart a complex peppery flavor with hints of cardamom and citrus. If you don’t happen to have them, use freshly ground black pepper and a little cardamom, as noted in the ingredients list...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 medium sized potatoes)
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1 1/2 cups black beans or 1 15-ounce can, rinsed until water runs clear and drained (divided)
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2 tablespoons natural peanut butter (optional)
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 heaping tablespoon minced ginger root (or 1 heaping teaspoon ground ginger)
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika
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1 teaspoon grains of paradise, crushed, or ground black pepper plus 1/4 tsp. ground cardamom
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1 teaspoon salt (if desired)
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1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (depending on your heat tolerance)
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1 large onion, finely diced
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1/2 large green pepper, finely diced
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1/2 cup oatmeal (quick or regular oats, uncooked)
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1/4 cup vital wheat gluten (or a gluten-free flour blend)
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