Ultimate Black Bean Burger

This version borrows its technique from smash burgers, yielding thin, flavorful patties with lots of surface area and crispy edges instead of the usual thick, borderline-gummy patty

½ cup mayonnaise

2 Tbsp. adobo sauce from a can of chipotle chiles in adobo

2 Tbsp. (or more) vegetable oil, divided

1 medium red onion, finely chopped

1½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or ¾ tsp. Morton kosher salt, divided, plus more

3 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1 tsp. ground cumin

½ tsp. ground coriander

1 8-oz. block pepper Jack cheese, divided

1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed

1 large egg, beaten to blend

2 chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped

½ cup plain dried breadcrumbs

4 brioche buns, split

Unsalted butter, room temperature (for buns)

Shredded iceberg lettuce, sliced red onion, and sliced heirloom or beefsteak tomato (for serving)

Directions at bonappetit.com

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