Refried Beans Recipe – This quick and easy refried beans recipe made with pinto beans, onion, and spices makes a delicious side dish for so many meals!
Prep Time5mins
Cook Time15mins
Total Time20mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: easy refried beans, refried beans recipe
Servings: 8servings
Calories: 56kcal
Author: Robyn Stone
Ingredients
2cupscooked pinto beansdrained with cooking liquid reserved or 1 (15-ounce) can
1tablespoonolive oil
½cupchopped onionoptional
2garlic clovesminced (optional)
1teaspoonground cumin
1½teaspoonskosher salt
1teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Add the olive oil to a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute until tender and translucent. Add beans, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet . Add reserved liquid a little at a time until beans are at desired consistency and not dry. Cook until beans are heated throughout. Mash beans with a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon to your desired texture. Remove from heat and serve.