Step 1

1 Use a fork to mash the beans in a large mixing bowl so they're mushy but not totally smooth; there should still be some whole beans in the mixture

Step 2

2 Add the chickpea flour, tomato paste, applesauce, chili powder, tamari, vinegar, lime juice, salt and pepper, stirring to incorporate

Step 3

3 Taste, and add more salt and pepper if needed

Step 4

4 Heat a skillet with 1/2 inch of the oil over medium heat, then place a generous 1/3 cup of the mixture in the center of the pan

Step 5

5 Carefully press it into a round, pressing until the patty is about 3/4 inch thick

Step 6

6 Repeat to form 3 or 4 burgers in the pan, working in batches to avoid overcrowding

Step 7

7 Cook until browned and crisp on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side, flipping as needed so they cook evenly

Step 8

8 Transfer the cooked burgers to a plate, sprinkle lightly with more salt, if desired, and cover loosely to keep warm

Step 9

9 Repeat with the remaining mixture

Step 10

10 Serve on buns, with cheese, slices of tomato and onion, pickles, mustard and/or ketchup, if desired