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Burger-Size PattiesEasy
Published 1992
Refried beans appear in most tropical and semitropical countries where legumes are common cash and food crops. I am amused by a California chef’s claim that he invented the bean cake, when old recipes are legion in the South.
The following recipe is from Richard Perry, who worked in Charleston as a chef for many years.
Mix together all of the ingredients except the flour and oil, mashing the beans with a fork or by hand. Form into patties, coat with flour, and fry over medium-high heat in a small amount of oil or clarified butter until browned, about 1½ to 2 minutes on each side.
I prefer to serve these cakes with roasted red pepper puree or a sun-dried tomato