Refried Beans

INGREDIENTS

Olive oil Garlic Onion Pinto beans Bean broth Ground cumin Chicken bouillon cube Queso Fresco Jalapeño slices

01

Remove any debris from the dried beans and wash them thoroughly. In general, Mexicans cook from scratch.

Remove any debris

02

You can always buy a can of pinto beans. Canned beans are a huge time-saver.

Cook the pinto beans

03

Cook the onion in oil until translucent. Add the beans along with some bean broth (or the juice from the cooked beans). Using a potato masher, mash until they are soft, almost like a puree.

Mash the beans

04

You can top your refried beans with Queso Fresco or jalapeño slices, it depends on your taste.

Add some toppings

05

We eat refried beans as a side dish or a light meal with some tortillas. I like to add fresh or pickled jalapeños for a little kick.

Ready to enjoy!

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