Description
This quick and easy Refried Black Beans recipe transforms simple canned beans into a creamy, flavorful side dish perfect for any meal. It’s a homemade staple that proves the best dishes are often the simplest.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans black beans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or vegetable broth for vegan option)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup water or vegetable broth (more if needed)
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds more until fragrant.
- Stir in drained black beans, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Pour in water or broth and simmer for 5–6 minutes.
- Mash the beans to desired consistency using a potato masher or fork.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, use vegetable broth instead of oil. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4–5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: refried black beans, Mexican side dish, vegan beans, easy beans recipe