Five-Minute Refried Beans
Layer ‘em in a dip. Spread ‘em on toast. Roll ‘em in a burrito. There are so many ways to enjoy these flavorful beans.
Ingredients
1 15 ounce can no salt added beans (pinto, black, or other type)
1 tablespoon olive oil OR vegetable oil
2 tablespoons onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced OR 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin OR 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Equipment
Frying pan
Can opener
Large spoon for mashing
Mixing spoon
Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
- Before you begin, wash your hands, surfaces, utensils, and tops of cans.
- Drain beans and rinse to reduce juices.
- Heat oil in a frying pan on medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Sauté until onion is soft.
- Add beans and cumin or chili powder to frying pan. Using a potato masher or back of spoon, scrunch beans and cumin into onion mixture in frying pan.
- Drain beans. Add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Cook and stir bean mixture on medium heat until heated through; 3-5 minutes.
Tips
- Refried beans make a delicious spread to put onto toast for breakfast, or a quick snack!
- Refried beans can be served in a variety of ways: A thicker consistency like peanut butter, or a softer spread like hummus.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
About 1/3 cup
Per serving
Amount
Calories
160
Total Fat
4g
Sodium
0mg
Total Carbohydrate
24g
Protein
8g
