Refried Beans the Easy but Tasty Way
Transform your weeknight meals with "Refried Beans the Easy but Tasty Way," a fast and flavorful recipe that delivers authentic taste in just 20 minutes. Made with pantry staples like canned pinto beans, aromatic spices including cumin and paprika, and a squeeze of zesty lime juice, these beans are rich, creamy, and irresistibly satisfying. Sautéed onions and garlic provide a fragrant base, while optional fresh cilantro adds a pop of vibrant flavor. Whether served as a hearty side dish, a creamy taco filling, or a delicious dip for tortilla chips, this quick and easy recipe is a must-try for busy cooks craving bold, restaurant-quality flavors at home. Perfectly seasoned and customizable to your texture preferences, these refried beans bring versatility and crowd-pleasing appeal to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned pinto beans (with liquid)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, and paprika. Stir and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to toast and become fragrant.
Pour in the pinto beans, including their liquid, and stir to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.
Reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Using a potato masher or the back of a spoon, mash the beans to your desired consistency. For smoother beans, mash more thoroughly; for chunkier beans, leave some whole.
Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
If desired, stir in the chopped fresh cilantro just before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish, dip, or taco filling. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2279 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1293 mg | 28% | |
*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.
