Restaurant Style Refried Beans
Restaurant Style Refried Beans
These restaurant-style refried beans are creamy, flavorful, and easy to make at home. Pinto beans simmer with garlic and cumin until tender, then get mashed to your preferred consistency, whether silky smooth or a little chunky. Made without lard, they’re lighter but still rich and satisfying. Serve them as a side for tacos and enchiladas, spread them in burritos and tostadas, or top them with cheese for a simple, delicious dip.
Equipment
- Heavy pot with lid
- Potato masher or food processor
Ingredients
- ½ lb dried pinto beans
- 6 cups water approximately, plus more as needed
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2–3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Sort and rinse the beans. Place in a heavy pot with about 6 cups water and all seasonings.
- Bring to a boil on high. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 3–5 hours until easily mashed with a fork. Add water as needed.
- Mash with a potato masher or pulse in a food processor. Add water a little at a time if too dry, or cook over low heat to thicken, if too loose.
Notes
Higher elevation can increase cooking time.Â
Nutrition
Calories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 594mgPotassium: 403mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg
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Nutrition Information
(per serving)
Calories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 594mgPotassium: 403mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients and brands.
Sounds great, thanks.