Homemade Refried Beans

5 from 3 votes

Homemade Refried Beans are simple and packed with so much flavor, you will never reach for a can again. These creamy refried beans are perfect for your next Tex-Mex night!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: homemade refried beans, homemade refried beans recipe, refried beans

Servings: people

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ finely diced white onion
2 minced garlic cloves
3 (15-ounce) cans pinto beans
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
juice of half a lime
salt to taste

Instructions

In a medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and ½ finely diced white onion. Cook until tender.
Add 3 (15-ounce) cans pinto beans, 2 teaspoons cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, juice of half a lime, and salt to taste. Heat until warm.
Remove from the stove and mash the beans until they reach the desired consistency. Top with cilantro and cotija cheese if desired.

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