Refried Beans Recipe

Name: Refried Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon oil; 1 tablespoon butter (save for later) or 1 tablespoon oil (save for later); 1 small white onion, peeled and diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained; 1/2 cup vegetable stock; 1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder (or regular chili powder); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon freshly-squeezed lime juice; fine sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter (save for later) or 1 tablespoon oil (save for later)
1 small white onion, peeled and diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder (or regular chili powder)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon freshly-squeezed lime juice
fine sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper

1
Heat 1 tablespoon butter (or oil) in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until melted. Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the garlic and saute for 1-2 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked and fragrant.
2
Add in the pinto beans, veggie stock, chipotle chili powder, cumin and oregano, and stir to combine. Continue cooking until the mixture reaches a simmer.
3
Remove pan from heat. Use a potato masher or a wooden spoon to mash the beans to your desired consistency. (Or if you would like them to be super-smooth, you can puree them in a food processor until smooth.).
4
Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter until it is melted and well-combined. Taste and season the beans with lime juice, salt and pepper, to taste.
5
Serve warm, topped with any garnishes you might like.
6
optional garnishes: finely-chopped fresh cilantro, crumbled or shredded cheese, diced tomato, and/or sliced jalapeno.

278

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon oil, 1 tablespoon butter (save for later) or 1 tablespoon oil (save for later), 1 small white onion, peeled and diced, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Refried Beans falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Refried Beans

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