Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 white onion , finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic , finely chopped
• 1 carrot , finely chopped
• 1 pack precooked soy protein (such as Yves Veggie Ground Round)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander seeds
• 1/4 cup sweet pimento paste
• 1/4 cup strained tomatoes (passata)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons sodium-reduced soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 can black bean , rinsed and drained
• salt and pepper
• 4 burger buns , cut in half

Toppings (optional):

• fresh cilantro
• Monterey Jack cheese
• sliced jalapeno pepper
• lettuce