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Instant Refried Beans Recipe

Whip up delicious refried beans from scratch in just 20 minutes! This recipe uses a quick method to pre-process dry beans, resulting in creamy, flavorful refried beans ready in a flash. Perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 19.5 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 2.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Instant Refried Beans

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How to Make Instant Refried Beans

  1. Grind 1 cup of dried pinto beans into a flour-like consistency using a coffee grinder, food processor, or blender. (If using a blender, add a little water to help the process).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the bean flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 cup vegetable oil.
  3. Store the bean flour mix in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  4. To prepare a serving, combine 3/4 cup of the bean flour mix with 2 1/2 cups of boiling water in a medium saucepan.
  5. Whisk vigorously until completely smooth and there are no lumps.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 4-5 minutes, or until the desired thickness is reached, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  8. Remove from heat and let stand for a few minutes to thicken further. Serve hot with your favorite Mexican dishes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

98 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

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