Refried Pinto Beans
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup white onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Method
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil until shimmering.
- Add the onions and salt.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and are turning translucent (about 5 to 8 minutes).
- Add the garlic, chili powder and cumin.
- Stir in the drained beans and water.
- Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and remove the lid.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the beans until desired consistency.
- Cook while stirring for 3-5 more minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cilantro and lime juice.
- Cover until ready to serve.
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