Quick and Easy Refried Beans

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Once the manteca is fully melted and it's nice and hot, add the onion and garlic.
  2. 2Once the manteca is fully melted and it's nice and hot, add the onion and garlic.
  3. 3Once the manteca is fully melted and it's nice and hot, add the onion and garlic.
  4. 4Saute these two ingredients for about 1 to 2 minutes or until the onion is nice and fragrant.
  5. 5Saute these two ingredients for about 1 to 2 minutes or until the onion is nice and fragrant.
  6. 6Saute these two ingredients for about 1 to 2 minutes or until the onion is nice and fragrant.
  7. 7Add 4 cups of pinto beans with broth.
  8. 8Add 4 cups of pinto beans with broth.
  9. 9Add 4 cups of pinto beans with broth.
  10. 10Add as much broth or as little broth as you wish, depending on how soupy you want your beans to be.
  11. 11Add as much broth or as little broth as you wish, depending on how soupy you want your beans to be.
  12. 12Add as much broth or as little broth as you wish, depending on how soupy you want your beans to be.
  13. 13For seasonings, use half a teaspoon of black pepper, a fourth of a teaspoon of cumin, and one teaspoon of chicken bouillon or more depending on how much is needed.
  14. 14For seasonings, use half a teaspoon of black pepper, a fourth of a teaspoon of cumin, and one teaspoon of chicken bouillon or more depending on how much is needed.
  15. 15For seasonings, use half a teaspoon of black pepper, a fourth of a teaspoon of cumin, and one teaspoon of chicken bouillon or more depending on how much is needed.
  16. 16What's going to add that chorizo flavor to these beans is two tablespoons of chili powder.
  17. 17What's going to add that chorizo flavor to these beans is two tablespoons of chili powder.
  18. 18What's going to add that chorizo flavor to these beans is two tablespoons of chili powder.
  19. 19Mix all this together.
  20. 20Mix all this together.
  21. 21Mix all this together.
  22. 22Smash until it reaches your preferred consistency.
  23. 23Smash until it reaches your preferred consistency.
  24. 24Smash until it reaches your preferred consistency.
  25. 25Once they reach your desired consistency, simmer over low heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until it reaches your desired thickness.
  26. 26Once they reach your desired consistency, simmer over low heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until it reaches your desired thickness.
  27. 27Once they reach your desired consistency, simmer over low heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until it reaches your desired thickness.

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp Manteca
  • 2 Tbsp Manteca
  • 2 Tbsp Manteca
  • 0.25 white onion
  • 0.25 white onion
  • 0.25 white onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 4 cups pinto beans with broth
  • 4 cups pinto beans with broth
  • 4 cups pinto beans with broth
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder

Equipment

panspatulapotato masher

Tips

  • You can substitute manteca with an oil of your choice.
  • You can also substitute the onion and garlic with garlic and onion powder.
  • You can use an immersion blender if you prefer a smoother consistency.
  • You can use chili powder that comes in mild, medium, or spicy.
  • Use them on tostadas, burritos, or as a side with your favorite dish.
  • You can also add cheese and make bean and cheese burritos