Gluten-Free Spiced Red Bean and Rice Cakes
These hearty vegetarian patties combine mashed kidney beans with seasoned rice and aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin. Coated in crushed bran cereal for extra crunch, they pan-fry to golden perfection. Serve over fresh greens with chunky salsa for a satisfying meal that transforms pantry staples into something special. The fiber-rich cakes hold together beautifully and offer a nutritious alternative to traditional meat patties.
Ingredients
- ½ cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup Fiber One original bran cerealpanko breadcrumbs1:1wheatadds gluten
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- 2 cans (15 oz each) Progresso dark red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
- ¼ cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1 egg or 2 egg whites, beaten
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
- salad greens(optional)
- ½ cup thick & chunky salsa
Instructions
- 1
Cook rice in water as directed on package
- 2
Place cereal in resealable bag and crush with rolling pin or meat mallet
- 3
Mash beans in large bowl with potato masher or fork
- 4
Stir in onion, bell pepper, cooked rice, egg, chili powder, cumin, red pepper and 2 tablespoons crushed cereal
- 5
Shape mixture into 8 patties and coat completely with remaining cereal
- 6
Spray skillet with cooking spray and cook 4 patties over medium heat about 10 minutes, turning once, until brown
- 7
Remove patties and keep warm while cooking remaining patties
- 8
Serve patties on salad greens topped with salsa
Tips
Crush cereal in food processor for more even coating if preferred over rolling pin method.
Let shaped patties rest 10 minutes before cooking to help them hold together better.
Cook patties in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even browning.
Good to Know
Refrigerate cooked patties up to 3 days in covered container.
Shape patties up to 1 day ahead and refrigerate before coating and cooking.
Best served immediately while crispy, over fresh greens with salsa.
Common Mistakes
Don't skip crushing cereal finely or coating won't adhere properly.
Avoid overcrowding pan to prevent steaming instead of browning.
Substitutions
Vegan Options
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I bake these instead of pan-frying?
Yes, bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping once halfway through for even browning.
What if my patties fall apart while cooking?
Add an extra beaten egg or 2 tablespoons flour to mixture for better binding.
How long do leftovers keep?
Store cooked patties refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.