Quick and Easy Refried Beans

Quick and Easy Refried Beans
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    1.1K

Elevate your weeknight Mexican feasts with these incredibly simple yet deeply flavorful refried beans. Ditch the canned variety and in just minutes, transform humble pinto beans into a creamy, smoky, and zesty delight. Perfect as a side, a burrito filling, or a base for nachos!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    16 g
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    323 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins Gather all ingredients. (Prep time: ~2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Heat canola oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. (Time: ~1 minute)

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Recipe View 5 mins Add garlic cloves to the hot oil and cook, turning once, until golden brown on both sides. (Time: 4-5 minutes). Smash the garlic cloves directly in the skillet using a fork.

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Recipe View 5 mins Stir in the pinto beans (with their liquid), cumin, chili powder, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through and the mixture starts to thicken. (Time: ~5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Using a potato masher (or the back of a sturdy spoon), smash the bean mixture to your desired consistency – chunky or smooth, it's your call! (Time: ~2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Squeeze fresh lime juice over the smashed beans and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. (Time: ~1 minute)

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Recipe View Serve immediately and enjoy!

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika along with the chili powder.
If you prefer a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender to puree the beans after mashing.
These refried beans can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Want to make it vegetarian/vegan friendly? Ensure your oil is plant-based, like canola or olive oil.

Destiney Murray

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 367 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Virginia Rath

    I added a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth of flavor. Delicious!

  • Josue Stiedemann

    These were so much better than canned! I'll never buy refried beans again.

  • Felton Lubowitz

    Quick, easy, and tasty. Perfect for a busy weeknight.

  • Kristy Welch

    Next time, I'm going to try adding a little bit of chopped onion with the garlic.

  • Raina Ratke

    I used olive oil instead of canola oil, and they turned out great.

  • Stan Steuber

    The lime juice really brightens up the flavor. Don't skip it!

  • Dixie Green

    My family loved these! Even my picky eater asked for seconds.

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