Start by coarsely mashing 1 can of drained black beans in a large mixing bowl until slightly chunky. Next, finely chop about 1 cup of fresh mushrooms and add them to the bowl along with 1 cup of breadcrumbs and a sprinkle of your favorite spices, like cumin or smoked paprika.

Once your ingredients are mixed, let the mixture rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb moisture.

With clean hands, take portions of the mixture and roll them into balls, then flatten them to form patties about ½ inch thick. Refrigerate for about 10 minutes.

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil. Cook the chilled patties for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Once cooked, transfer the patties to toasted burger buns and load them up with your favorite toppings.