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Vegan Refried Beans [Frijoles Refritos]
How to make vegan refried beans with canned beans on the stove or in a crockpot. They’re creamy, rich, & a delicious addition to practically any Mexican/Tex-Mex dish!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 - 6
Calories: 292 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 (15.5-ounce) cans of pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of dry Mexican oregano
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 cup of water
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the beans and have them ready.
- In a medium pan with a lid, over medium high heat, heat the oil.
- Add the onion and garlic and saute for 20 seconds, constantly mixing with a wooden spoon.
- Lower the heat to a medium low and add the cumin, oregano, and paprika. Constantly mixing, cook for 10 seconds. Add the beans and mix well.
- Add the water, turn the heat up to medium high and bring to a boil. Cover with a lid, and lower the heat to a simmer. Cook for 30 minutes. Check every 10 minutes to make sure it is not sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Remove the lid, turn the head up to a medium high, and with the wooden spoon, gently start mashing all of the beans. During this process make sure to mix as you mash the beans. This will help any extra water to evaporate and the mashing of the beans will also thicken the mixture.
- Continue cooking on high heat and mixing at the same time until the desired consistency is achieved.
- Serve hot.
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Notes
- Finely dice the onion: Small pieces will effortlessly meld into the refried pinto beans mixture without being overly large/crunchy.
- Adjust the texture: Mash the beans to your desired consistency. Use a spoon or potato masher (for some or all the beans) for a chunkier texture, or use an immersion blender/food processor for a smoother one.
- To adjust the consistency: Add more water/broth for a thinner consistency.
- Season to taste: Try the vegan refried beans at the end of the cooking time and adjust any of the spice levels to your liking.
Nutrition Information
Calories
292kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
38g
(13%)
Protein
11g
(22%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Sodium
604mg
(25%)
Potassium
682mg
(19%)
Fiber
11g
(44%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
262IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
129mg
(13%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 292
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 292kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 604mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 682mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 262IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 129mg | 13% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.