• Prepare the jackfruit by rinsing under cold water, draining, and patting dry with a lint-free towel.
  1 14-ounce can young jackfruit in brine, drained and rinsed
• Transfer the prepared jackfruit to a food processor, add the black beans, onion, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, liquid smoke (if using), salt, black pepper, and hot sauce. Pulse the mixture until the ingredients are broken down and well incorporated but slightly chunky still, scraping down the sides as needed.
  1 15-ounce can black beans, ½ cup red onion, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle the flour over the mixture. Use a spatula to combine. The texture should be moist but hold together when pinched between fingers. If it’s too wet, add a tablespoon more flour and mix again.
  ¼ cup whole wheat flour
• Use ⅓ cup per patty, roll into a ball, then flatten with the palm of your hands to ¼-½ inch thick.

By stovetop:

• If cooking on stovetop, preheat a large nonstick pan medium heat. Add a little oil as needed to prevent sticking.
• Cook burgers for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

By oven:

• If baking, preheat oven to 400°F (200ºC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Place patties evenly spaced on baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes per side.

By air fryer:

• Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200ºC).
• Place patties in the air fryer basket in a single layer with space in between. Cook for 13-15 minutes, flipping at 10 minutes.
• Serve patties on buns with desired toppings and enjoy!