Easy Refried Beans Recipe
Once you've tried Easy Refried Beans Recipe you will never use a store-bought can of refried beans again!
Servings 4
Calories 221kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ medium yellow onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 16oz/400g cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 15oz/400g can red kidney beans, with liquid
- 1 Tbps ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- Fresh cilantro fresh coriander and sliced jalapeño to serve, optional
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the beans, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through and start to break apart slightly.
- Remove from the heat and purée the beans with an immersion blender or a potato masher until almost smooth. Serve topped with fresh cilantro or sliced jalapeño, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
For a more flavorful and authentic variation, substitute bacon grease for the olive oil in this recipe.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 221kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 96mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g