Refried Beans

Refried beans make a great dip for tortilla chips or the perfect topping for a
taco or burrito.

Servings: 4 servings

Author: Chef Ben Kelly

Prep Time:
10 minutes

Cook Time:
15 minutes

Total Time:
25 minutes

Dip sidedish

Mexican

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Instructions

1 Drain and rinse the pinto beans.
2 Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and the drained
beans. Sauté for a minute or two.
3 Add the spices to the beans and sauté for another minute.
4 Pour in the water, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and
simmer for 10 minutes. You can add more water if the level gets too low.
5 Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, mash the beans into a smooth paste.
6 Season to taste with salt and lime juice.
7 Serve hot, or store in the fridge for up to four days.