Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Homemade Refried Beans, a creamy and flavorful dish that requires just five key ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, these beans can be served as a side dish, a dip with tortilla chips, or as a filling for tacos and burritos. The rich blend of garlic, onion, and spices elevates this classic comfort food into a nutritious meal packed with protein and fiber. You’ll love how easy it is to customize with your favorite spices or additional ingredients like jalapeños for an extra kick. With this recipe, you’ll enjoy the satisfaction of making refried beans from scratch—simple, wholesome, and undeniably delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 pound dry pinto beans
- 1 large onion (quartered)
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt, to taste
- Ground cumin, to taste
- Dried oregano, to taste
Instructions
- Soak pinto beans overnight in water.
- Drain and rinse the soaked beans; place them in a pot with fresh water and the quartered onion. Bring to a boil, then simmer until tender (about 1-2 hours).
- In another pan, heat oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Drain excess liquid from the beans (reserve some), add sautéed garlic, salt, cumin, and oregano.
- Mash the mixture to your desired consistency; adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 237
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 561 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 14 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, use vegetable or chicken broth instead of water when cooking the beans. Customize spice levels by adding jalapeños or cayenne pepper as desired.