Homemade Refried Beans

5 from 1 vote

These homemade refried beans come together quickly with canned pinto beans, garlic, olive oil, and bold spices. Creamy, flavorful, and healthier than store-bought, they're the perfect side or filling for your favorite Mexican-inspired meals.

Course Family Recipes

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword Homemade Refried Beans

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 8

Total Time 13

Servings

Calories 156kcal

Author Shelby Law Ruttan

Equipment

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
15 ounces canned pinto beans , drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

Heat the olive oil In a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, or until lightly browned.
Add the pinto beans to the skillet. Using a potato masher, smash the beans until desired consistency.
Stir in the, cumin, chili powder, salt, and lime juice. Cook for 5 minutes, or until beans are warmed through.

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