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Frijoles Refritos
Mexican refried pinto beans mashed with onion, garlic, cumin, and a little cooking liquid until creamy.
Easy⏱️ 32 min📖 1 min readServes 4~235 kcal🇲🇽 Mexican🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 22 min cook
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Timeline
Total 32 min- Prep10 min
- Cooking22 min
Ingredients
4 servings
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For the beans
- 3 su bardağı(~600 ml) Boiled pinto beans
For flavoring
- 1 adet Onion
- 2 diş Garlic
For cooking
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
For the spice mix
- 0.7 çay kaşığı(~3.5 ml) Cumin
General
- 0.8 çay kaşığı(~4 ml) Salt
For the consistency
- 0.6 su bardağı(~120 ml) Hot water or bean cooking liquid
For serving
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Lime juice
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Instructions
- 1
Finely chop the onion and crush the garlic.
- 2
Soften the onion in vegetable oil for 6 minutes, then toss the garlic for 1 minute.
7 min07:00 - 3
Add the boiled pinto beans, cumin, and salt to the pan.
- 4
Press the beans with a masher, add half the hot water, and stir for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 5
Add the remaining hot water as needed and cook for 4 minutes until glossy and spreadable.
4 min04:00 - 6
Stir in the lime juice and serve hot.
💡 Tip: If using canned beans, rinse them first and then adjust the texture with half a cup of hot water; the salt level stays more balanced.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve frijoles refritos hot in a bowl with optional tortillas, lime, and tomato salsa.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~235
kcal calories
11
g protein
34
g carbs
7
g fat
Protein 18%Carbs 56%Fat 26%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Frijoles Refritos make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Frijoles Refritos take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 22 minutes; 32 minutes in total.Is Frijoles Refritos difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Frijoles Refritos have?
Approximately 235 kcal per serving. Protein: 11g, carbs: 34g, fat: 7g.Is Frijoles Refritos allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Frijoles Refritos belong to?
This recipe belongs to Mexican cuisine.How many ingredients does Frijoles Refritos need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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