Easy Refried Beans

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil (extra virgin recommended)
• 1 piece Onion (medium, finely chopped)
• 1 piece Jalapeño (seeded for milder heat, finely chopped)
• 2 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin (toasted optional)
• 2 can Canned Beans (15‑oz each, keep some liquid for consistency)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (kosher or sea salt, to taste)
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice (juice of about 1 lime, freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Chop Onion and Jalapeño

   Finely dice the onion and jalapeño (remove seeds if you prefer less heat).

   Time: PT5M

2. Sauté Onion and Jalapeño

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and jalapeño and sauté for about 4 minutes, until softened.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: Medium heat

3. Add Garlic and Cumin

   Add minced garlic and ground cumin to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium heat

4. Add Beans and Simmer

   Pour in the canned beans with their liquid, season with salt, and stir. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: Low heat

5. Blend or Mash Beans

   Using a blender, immersion blender, or potato masher, blend the beans until smooth. If using a blender, blend in batches and vent the lid to release steam.

   Time: PT2M

6. Add Lime Juice and Garnish

   Stir in fresh lime juice, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot.

   Time: PT3M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

5 g