Refried Beans Recipe
This quick and easy refried beans recipe is packed with flavor and can be prepared in just 15 minutes using common pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- 28 oz Pinto Beans – 28 oz can, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 small Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- to taste Cayenne Pepper Optional,
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the pinto beans, water, diced onion, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper over low heat. Stir to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Allow the mixture to simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes. This helps the flavors meld together and softens the onion.
- Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, mash the beans until they reach your preferred consistency. Remember, they won't be super smooth like canned beans.
- Let the beans cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The beans will thicken as they cook and cool.
- Check the consistency of your refried beans. Cook a bit longer if you want them thicker. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- For a smoother consistency, use a hand blender for a few seconds after mashing manually.
- Store leftover beans in an airtight container in the fridge; they thicken as they cool so add a bit of water when reheating.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 1gSodium: 150mgFiber: 8gSugar: 1g
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