How to Make Best Refried Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Refried beans are a staple in Mexican cuisine, and for good reason. They are delicious, versatile, and incredibly simple to make. Whether you are serving them as a side dish, using them as a filling for burritos or tacos, or just enjoying them on their own, a good pot of refried beans can elevate any meal.

While there are many variations of refried beans, this recipe for Best Refried Beans is sure to become a favorite in your household. It is made with simple, wholesome ingredients an...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups dry pinto beans
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 large cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ⅔ cup fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • ½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tapatio®)
  • ¼ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Put the pinto beans in a bowl and cover with 2 inches of water. Soak for 8 hours to overnight.
  • Transfer the beans to a medium saucepan and cover with water by about 1 inch. Add onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, celery seed, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let cook for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Use a colander to separate the liquid from the solids. Transfer the solids to a food processor with diced tomatoes, hot sauce, oregano, and cayenne. Blend to desired consistency.
  • Nutrition

    169 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 295mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 69mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 659mg