Homemade Refried Beans Recipe: Creamy and Savory
Classic Refried Beans with pinto beans and spices.
Ingredients
- 1 lb dried pinto beans
- 1 tbsp olive oil or lard
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika optional
- 4 cups water or broth
- Salt to taste
- Optional: 1 jalapeño diced
- Optional: Cotija cheese cilantro
- Suggested Pairings: Tortillas Mexican beer
Instructions
- Soak and cook dried beans in water or broth for 1.5–2 hours; drain, reserve 1 cup liquid. (Skip if using canned.)
- Sauté onion, garlic in oil; add spices, jalapeño, cook 1 minute.
- Add beans, 1/2 cup liquid; simmer 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning; mash to desired consistency.
- Serve in a white ceramic bowl with cotija, cilantro, tortillas, and beer.
Notes
- Soak dried beans for faster cooking.
- Store in the fridge for 5 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Try vegan or cheesy variations.
- Pair with chips.