Quick and Easy Refried Beans
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Once the manteca is fully melted and it's nice and hot, add the onion and garlic.
- 2Saute these two ingredients for about 1 to 2 minutes or until the onion is nice and fragrant.
- 3Add 4 cups of pinto beans with broth.
- 4Add as much broth or as little broth as you wish, depending on how soupy you want your beans to be.
- 5For 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.
- 6What's going to add that chorizo flavor to these beans is two tablespoons of chili powder.
- 7Mix all this together.
- 8Smash until it reaches your preferred consistency.
- 9Once 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
- 0.25 white onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 4 cups pinto beans with broth
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
- 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
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