Plant-based Hoppin' John Sliders

These Plant-based Hoppin' John Sliders are a flavorful twist on a classic Southern dish. They are packed with black-eyed peas, rice, and Cajun spices, making them a delicious and satisfying vegan burger option. Perfect for your New Year's celebration!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked black-eyed peas
• 1/2 cup cooked rice
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• Slider buns
• Lettuce, tomato, and pickles for garnish

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, mash the cooked black-eyed peas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth

Add the cooked rice, diced onion, diced bell pepper, diced celery, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to the mashed black-eyed peas

Mix well to combine all the ingredients

Fold in the bread crumbs to help bind the mixture

If the mixture is too dry, you can add a little water or vegetable broth to achieve the desired consistency

Form the mixture into small patties, roughly the size of your slider buns

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray

Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and heated through

Assemble your sliders by placing a patty on the bottom half of a slider bun, then top with lettuce, tomato, and pickles

Add the top bun, and secure with a toothpick if needed

Serve your Plant-based Hoppin' John Sliders with your favorite sides and enjoy!