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Frijoles Refritos (Refried Beans)

Cost $4, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 363 Min
  • 12 Servings
  • $4

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • đź’§ 5 quarts water, or as more needed
    • 1 pound pinto beans, washed
    • 🧄 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon salt
    • Canola oil

STEPS

1

Combine water, pinto beans, and garlic in a large pot and cover. Cook over low heat for 5 1/2 hours.

2

Stir in salt and continue cooking until beans are very soft, about 30 minutes more, adding more water if needed during the cook time to ensure the beans remain covered.

3

Heat canola oil in a skillet over high heat. Spoon the beans into the skillet without draining excess water.

4

Mash beans using a potato masher until they begin to lose their shape, about 3 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

215

Calories

  • 8g
    Protein
  • 24g
    Carbs
  • 10g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

For creamier beans, use a hand blender instead of a potato masher.Add additional spices like cumin or oregano for extra flavor.Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days in the fridge.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.