Frijoles Refritos

Name: Frijoles Refritos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Olive oil; ½ Small white or yellow onion, diced; ¼ tsp Salt; 2 Cloves of garlic, minced; ½ tsp Chili powder; ¼ tsp Cumin; 2 cans Pinto beans, rinsed and drained; ½ c Water; 2 tsp Cilantro leaves; Juice of half a lime

Frijoles Refritos, or refried beans, are a classic of Mexican cuisine, perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or simply enjoyed with tortilla chips.

This simple and flavorful recipe uses Pinto beans seasoned with onion, garlic, chili powder, and cumin, subtly enhanced with fresh cilantro and a touch of lime juice.

You get a creamy, spiced mash in just a few easy steps, ideal for sharing and rich in flavor.

🥄 10 min. 🔥 15 min. 🍽️ 4 to 6 servings

Steps

Frijoles Refritos

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the until it shimmers.

2. Add the and , and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

3. Add , , and . Cook for 30 seconds.

4. Add and , cover, and cook for 5 minutes.

5. Reduce heat, uncover, and mash the beans to desired consistency. Cook for 3 minutes.

6. Remove from heat, and add and .

7. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the cilantro and lime flavors.