Refried Beans

A classic Mexican dish made from cooked and mashed beans, typically pinto or black beans, seasoned and refried in oil or lard.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Beans

2 cups cooked pinto beans
2 tablespoons oil for frying
1 teaspoon salt to taste
1 teaspoon cumin optional
1 clove garlic minced, optional

Method

Cooking the Beans

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the cooked beans and mash them with a potato masher.
Stir in salt, cumin, and garlic if using, and cook until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1gCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve with tortillas or as a side to your favorite Mexican dishes.

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