Description
Fat-free refried beans, known as frijoles refritos in Spanish, are a traditional staple found in Tex-Mex cuisine. Use pinto beans to prepare refried beans.
Ingredients
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- 500g (1lb) dried pinto beans
- 1 red onion, peeled and finely chopped
- fat free oil spray
- 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) onion powder
- 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) garlic powder
- 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) chilli powder
- 5ml (1 tsp) ground cumin
- 1.25ml (1/4 tsp) salt
- 250ml (1 cup) vegetable stock
Instructions
- Soak the beans in water overnight.
- Drain the beans, then place in a large pot with plenty of water and bring them to the boil. Lower the heat and let the beans cook at a slow simmer. Cook for 30 minutes or until the beans are fully tender. Drain and set aside.
- Spray a frying pan with fat free oil spray and gently cook the onions until caramelised. Use a splash of water if needed during the process.
- Add the beans and remaining ingredients to the pan and stir to incorporate all the ingredients.
- Mash the refried beans manually or use a food processor to blend half of the ingredients and stir in the rest.
- Serve immediately or freeze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 226
- Sugar: 2.1 g
- Sodium: 54 mg
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 10.2 g
- Protein: 13.7 g