Tell people that you are vegan and they assume that you are super healthy, existing on a diet of mung beans, sprouts and kale...

However, it's easy to eat just as badly following a vegan diet as that of your average westerner - think fast food, takeaways, ready meals, snacks with a 2 year shelf life...  this is mostly because of the intention behind the decision to eat this way.    Many people choose to follow a vegan diet for economic and ethical reasons (to save the planet or...

1 tin black beans

250g cooked brown rice (use a pack of pre-cooked rice as a shortcut)

half onion finely chopped 

1 tbsp flour (any kind, I use brown rice flour)

2 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp ground cumin

2 tsp garlic powder

half tsp salt

Fresh chopped herbs like Coriander/Parsley (optional)

Fresh chopped Chilli (optional, if you like it spicy)

Method:

In a food processor add the rice, onion, flour and spices and blitz until fairly smooth.

Add optional herbs and drained black beans,...