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Easy Seasoned Refried Beans

July 7, 2017 by Tino Marie Leave a Comment

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For those who crave flavorful refried beans in a fraction of the time, Easy Seasoned Refried Beans offer one tasty shortcut.

Refried beans have gradually become one of my favorite side dishes. Highly anticipated upon visits to Mexican restaurants, met with delight when they are exceptionally delicious. I say gradually because it wasn’t until I learned how to make refried beans at home that I grew to love and appreciate them. Because making them is a labor of love.

That is if you start with dried beans. Which I frequently do. But, I don’t always have the time or the forethought to soak dried beans overnight, then proceed to cook them for 2+ hours. And I’m guessing you don’t either.

So I created a refried bean recipe shortcut – Easy Seasoned Refried Beans. The shortcut, the “Easy” in Easy Seasoned Refried Beans is, of course, canned pinto beans.  

For those who crave flavorful refried beans in a fraction of the time, Easy Seasoned Refried Beans is one tasty shortcut.

Time-saver in a can right there.

What are refried beans?

Refried beans are a side dish consisting of cooked and mashed beans. It’s a traditional staple of Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, often served alongside tacos, burritos, and enchiladas. Typically pinto beans are used (especially in the United States), though variations exist that use black or red kidney beans.

How do you make refried beans?

Beans are first boiled and then mashed into a paste, then bean fried or baked to finish. The term refried beans is a misnomer as they are only fried only once during preparation. Dried or canned beans may be used. However, dried beans require an overnight soak before cooking.

Easy Seasoned Refried Beans call for canned beans to shortcut the process.

However, as we all well know, what makes refried beans so good is the labor of love part. The part where beans simmer for hours on end, slowly taking their time to develop flavor. To make up for skipping this flavor-developing part, I like to add a variety of seasonings to boost the flavor despite time constraints.

Just a pinch of Mexican oregano adds an earthy, licorice-like cooling undertone that mimics the bay leaf I usually include when making refried beans from dried beans. I’m incapable of making refried beans without adding cumin – I can’t get enough of its complex flavor, simultaneously nutty and earthy with hints of citrus. Both Mexican oregano and cumin work so well with chiles, that the addition of chili powder brings it all together. And if you find yourself so inclined, a small amount of cayenne pepper heats things up without overpowering the integrity of the beans.

For those who crave flavorful refried beans in a fraction of the time, Easy Seasoned Refried Beans is one tasty shortcut.

If you’re a carnivore who stockpiles bacon grease like I do, I encourage you to use it here. While traditional recipes for refried beans call for lard (which by all means use it if you’ve got it), bacon grease is something I always have on hand. And, like lard, bacon grease adds that richness that makes the best refried beans so damn good. But if you don’t have it on hand or are otherwise a non-meat eater, use vegetable oil instead.

So, go on and serve yourself up a big old bowlful. And get your garnish on with crumbly cheese and sliced green onions.

For those who crave flavorful refried beans in a fraction of the time, Easy Seasoned Refried Beans is one tasty shortcut.

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Easy Seasoned Refried Beans

Easy Seasoned Refried Beans

For those who crave flavorful refried beans in a fraction ofthe time, Easy Seasoned Refried Beans is one tasty shortcut.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Course Side Dish
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup beef cooking stock I used full sodium beef cooking stock
  • 2 15-ounce cans of pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 tbsp bacon grease
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 1 pinch (around 1/4 teaspoon) Mexican oregano**
  • 1/2-1 tsp cumin
  • 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2-1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 tbsp lime juice
  • salt, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add the bacon grease and onions to a pan over medium heat. Cook for around 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, then turn heat to medium-low.
  • Continue cooking for another 10 minutes, until onions and garlic are completely softened.
  • Add the beef cooking stock and beans, and increase the heat to medium. Add Mexican oregano, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and lime juice.
  • Simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until liquid is nearly evaporated. Reduce heat to low, then mash beans until desired consistency is reached. You can also use a stick blender if you prefer smooth, creamy refried beans.
  • Depending on how wet or dry you prefer your refried beans, you may want to add more beef cooking stock at the end to achieve the desired consistency. The beans should be pretty dry at this point. My preference is to slowly add a few splashes of beef cooking stock at a time until I reach a consistency I like.
  • Taste and add salt, if necessary. Remove from heat and garnish with crumbly cheese and sliced green onions.
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