Start by lightly sautéing the onions in a saucepan (honestly, I didn’t even need oil for this, but you can add a teaspoon of olive oil if it helps prevent sticking – it is also an added yum factor)
Add garlic and continue stirring over low heat.
Add the bell peppers and stir till they soften slightly.
Add the black beans and once they heat, begin mashing to soften the beans.
Add additional spices and turn off the heat.
Add the black bean mix and the egg and mesh thoroughly to form a thick paste in a food processor.
Divide the bean mixture into portions and grill for about 15 to 20 minutes. If you don’t have a grill, you can bake them in the oven, but you must remember to flip the patty over after 10 minutes.