Refried Beans
Refried beans can be transcendent. This recipe is simple but will transform how you think of this humble food.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time1 hr 30 mins
Total Time1 hr 35 mins
Servings: 8 people
Cost: $6
Equipment
- Pot to cook beans
- Pan to fry beans
- Burner
Ingredients
- 1 lbs beans we used Pinto
- 1 Each large onion
- 1 cup neutral oil safflower, grapeseed, canola, etc.
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook beans to soft but not water-logged. See bean episode for more on this.
- Puree beans. Heat oil in heavy pot or pan. When hot add onions.
- When onions start to turn golden/ light brown add 1/3 of bean puree. Don't touch mixture for 1 minute. Then stir carefully. Allow to cook on high for another 2 minutes.
- Then add another 1/3 of puree, mix to incorporate, and continue to cook mixture on high.
- After 2 minutes add final 1/3 of puree and turn heat down to low and allow to simmer. At this point add water as necessary to ensure beans aren't too dry. Salt to taste (beans like a lot of salt). Serve.