Delicious Easy Refried Beans
Whip up a batch of comfort food goodness with this recipe for Delicious Easy Refried Beans—your go-to option for a flavorful and fuss-free side dish! Made with pantry staples like pinto beans, aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and a hint of ground cumin, this recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish. Customize the consistency to your liking, whether creamy or chunky, and add a squeeze of lime juice for a zesty twist. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or simply as a hearty dip, these refried beans are topped off with optional fresh cilantro for a pop of color and flavor. With simple ingredients and an easy cooking process, this is the ultimate recipe for homemade refried beans that taste better than store-bought.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked pinto beans (or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or lard for a traditional option)
- 1 small white onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup vegetable broth (or water)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and ground cumin, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the cooked beans to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the onion and garlic mixture.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the beans to absorb the flavors and soften further.
Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, mash the beans in the skillet to your desired consistency. For creamier refried beans, continue mashing until smooth; for a chunkier texture, leave some beans whole.
Season the beans with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
If desired, stir in the lime juice for a tangy touch.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy as a side dish, in tacos, or as a dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.8 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 452 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 645 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
