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Easy Homemade Refried Black Beans

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 finely chopped Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced or crushed
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 2 cans 15 oz each Black Beans, drained and washed
  • 1 –1.5 cups Water
  • 1 Tablespoon Lime Juice
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil until shimmering.
  • Add onions and a pinch of salt, sautéing until soft and translucent—about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic, cumin, and chili powder (if using). Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in the beans and cover with water. Stir, then lower the heat to very low and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add lime juice and adjust salt to taste.
  • For a chunkier texture, mash with a potato masher. For smooth, creamy refried beans, use an immersion blender.

That’s it! Four hearty servings of refried black beans from scratch.