Here's a simple recipe for Refried Pinto Beans:
How to prepare.
Refried Pinto Beans recipe
Ingredients:
➤2 cups cooked pinto beans (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
➤2 tablespoons lard, bacon fat, or vegetable oil
➤1 small onion, finely chopped
➤2 cloves garlic, minced
➤1 teaspoon ground cumin
➤1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
➤Salt to taste
➤Optional toppings: shredded cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, avocado slices
Instructions:
1. If using canned pinto beans, drain and rinse them under cold water. If using dried beans, cook them according to package instructions until tender.
2. In a large skillet, heat the lard, bacon fat, or vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the cooked pinto beans to the skillet along with the ground cumin and chili powder. Stir well to combine.
6. Using a potato masher or fork, mash the beans to your desired consistency. For smoother refried beans, continue mashing until mostly smooth. For chunkier beans, leave some beans whole or partially mashed.
7. Cook the mashed beans for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are heated through and thickened to your liking. If the beans become too dry, you can add a splash of water or broth to adjust the consistency.
8. Taste the refried beans and season with salt to taste.
9. Once the beans are cooked to your desired consistency and seasoned to taste, remove the skillet from heat.
10. Serve the refried pinto beans hot as a side dish or as a filling for burritos, tacos, quesadillas, or nachos.
11. Optionally, top the refried beans with shredded cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, or avocado slices before serving.
Enjoy your homemade refried pinto beans! They're delicious and versatile.
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