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Refried Black Beans Recipe
Refried Black Beans are a staple in so many Mexican dishes! This simple recipe starts with cooked beans and allows you to season and mash them to your preference.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 165 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked black beans or 2 15-oz. cans
- 2 Tbsp. oil avocado or olive
- ½ small white or red onion finely diced, about ¾ cup
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- ½ tsp. cumin
- ½ tsp. chili powder
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. pepper
- ¾-1 cup water
Instructions
- If using canned black beans, be sure to rinse and drain them before using.
- Add the oil and diced onion to a large skillet over medium heat. Saute for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent. Add the garlic and continue sauteing for an additional 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Mix in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and saute for a minute.
- Pour in the drained beans and mix until they’re well coated in the oil and onions. Mash the beans with a potato masher until there are very few whole beans remaining.
- Pour in ¾ cup of the remaining water and stir until it’s well mixed. Cook for 2-3 minutes and then add additional water until your desired consistency is reached.
- Serve immediately with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and enjoy!
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Notes
- One serving = 1/2 cup refried black beans.
- How to prep ahead of time: You can whip up these refried beans a day or two before serving them, just keep them in the fridge.
- How to store: Place leftover beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 to 5 days.
- How to freeze: Beans freeze beautifully, simple keep in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months.
- How to reheat: For the best results, warm refried beans back up in a skillet over medium heat, adding water as needed to reach a creamy consistency again.
Nutrition Information
Calories
165kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Sodium
170mg
(7%)
Potassium
341mg
(10%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
0.4g
(1%)
Vitamin A
134IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
34mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 165
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 165kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Sodium | 170mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 341mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 134IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.