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.

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and ground cumin, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cooked beans to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Season the beans with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

If desired, stir in the lime juice for a tangy touch.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy as a side dish, in tacos, or as a dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1087.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	984.1

Total Fat 30.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1733.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.7g
Protein 46.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 320.4mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 2364.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.4%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 54.2%