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Refried Beans

A popular mexican home-style dish with pinto beans, onion, garlic cloves, well suited for a family weekly menu.

Time45 min
Servings4
Calories
LevelEasy

Ingredients

  • Pinto beans400 g
  • Onion1 pcs
  • Garlic cloves3 cloves
  • Lard or oil3 tbsp
  • Cumin1 tsp
  • Cheese80 g

Instructions

1

Rinse the beans or legumes; soak and cook dried beans until almost tender if needed.

2

Sauté onion, garlic, spices, and vegetables in a pot until softened.

3

Add the beans, tomatoes, broth, or water, stir, and bring to a boil.

4

Simmer gently until the dish is thick and the flavors come together.

5

Adjust salt, heat, and acidity; mash some of the beans for a thicker texture if desired.

6

Serve with rice, bread, herbs, avocado, sour cream, or cheese.

Refried Beans | Zoremi