Refried Beans Recipe
This authentic homemade refried beans recipe transforms simple pinto beans into creamy Mexican comfort magic that rivals any restaurant. Rich, velvety texture meets bold flavors from cumin, chili powder, and fresh lime juice, creating frijoles refritos that bring back cherished memories of grandmother's kitchen and authentic Mexican cooking traditions.
Ingredients
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until melted and fragrant, creating the perfect base for building flavors.
Add diced onion to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent with golden edges.
Stir in minced garlic and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes until aromatic and fragrant, being careful not to burn.
Add pinto beans, vegetable stock, chili powder, cumin, and oregano to the pan, stirring everything together until well combined.
Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer, allowing the spices to bloom and infuse the beans with incredible authentic flavors.
Remove pan from heat and use a potato masher to mash beans to your preferred consistency, leaving some chunks for texture.
Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter until melted and well-combined, creating that silky restaurant-quality finish.
Taste and adjust seasoning with lime juice, salt, and pepper, adding brightness that makes all the flavors pop beautifully.
Serve warm topped with fresh cilantro, crumbled cheese, diced tomato, or sliced jalapeños for authentic Mexican presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 125 g
- Calories
- 165 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content
- 24 g
- Protein Content
- 8 g
- Fat Content
- 5 g
- Saturated Fat Content
- 2 g
- Cholesterol Content
- 8 mg
- Sodium Content
- 420 mg
- Fiber Content
- 7 g
- Sugar Content
- 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content
- 3 g
