Vegetarian Refried Beans

  • Minutes to Prepare:
  • Number of Servings: 8
Ingredients
2 cans Pinto Beans (undrained)2 cloves garlic1 onion, chopped1 Jalapeno Pepper, chopped1 Tbsp Olive Oil1 tsp. gr. cumin2 tsp gr. coriander1 tsp paprika1/2 tsp salt or to tastepepper to taste
Directions
1. Heat the oil on med-low in a 2 qt saucepan. Add minced fresh garlic, jalapeno, onion & spices

2. Sauté for 5 minutes or until onion is translucent and fragrant

3.Add beans with their juices and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and mash beans well using a fork or potato masher. It will look very soupy, don't be alarmed.

4. Crank the heat up to high and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and simmer 10 minutes. If the beans start popping and splashing, cover for a few minutes, then uncover. Stir every minute or so, scraping along the bottom to lift the beans.

5.After 10 minutes the liquid should have significantly reduced. It may still be a little soupy, that is alright, it will thicken as it cools. However, if its really soupy, cook longer.

6. Add salt and pepper to taste

Serving Size: makes 2 cups or 8 1/4 cup servings

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ENANTZ.

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 120.0
  • Total Fat: 1.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 9.5 mg
  • Total Carbs: 19.5 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 6.5 g
  • Protein: 5.5 g

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