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Wholesome and hearty, tasty and flavorful Refried Beans can make the dish! An essential part of a Mexican meal, it is used in a lot of different dishes – Enchiladas, Tacos, 7-Layer Dip, Nachos… only to name a few. Great way to add in the proteins to your diet. Enjoy a great addition to our Mexican Cuisine.
Ingredients:
Canned Refried Beans – 2, 16 oz cans
Oil – 2 tbsp
Onions – 1 medium, chopped
Green Chillies – to taste, finely chopped
Taco Seasoning – 1 tbsp
Water – 1/4 cup or as needed
Salt – to taste
Lemon/Lime juice – to taste
Method:
1. In a pan, heat Oil on medium heat.
2. Once hot, add in the Onions and the Green Chillies.
3. Cook till the Onions get a little color.
4. Add in the Taco Seasoning and mix.
5. Add a little Water to avoid the spices from burning and cook.
6. Add in the Beans and mix well.
7. Add in Salt and Lime/Lemon Juice and bring to boil.
8. Once it comes to a boil, take it off the flame and it’s ready to serve.
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November 12th, 2009 at 9:07 am
Just LOVED your recipes for the refried beans and the salsa….. The refried beans recipe is MUCH better than the one I have been making for years… The salsa recipe is very timely for me since Costco has discontinued the mango salsa I have been buying for my breakfast every morning…. Now I can make my own & of course, I will add mango to your salsa recipe – it tastes really good with mangoes (Costco also added peaches to it)…..
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hetal Reply:
November 13th, 2009 at 4:34 am
Hi Alki,
Glad you liked the refried beans! Wasn’t aware that Costco discontinued the Mango Salsa…I loved it, too!
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Alka M Reply:
November 16th, 2009 at 8:28 am
Hi Hetal, Well, I found it at another Costco, so am happy for now & am hoping that info reg their discontinuing it is false. Take care, Alki
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hetal Reply:
November 17th, 2009 at 5:18 pm
That’s great to know! Thanks Alki!
November 12th, 2009 at 4:59 pm
cau u plz show me how to do veg bean burrito (i.e from taco bell)
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G Reply:
February 2nd, 2010 at 9:53 pm
Never knew taco bell served veg bean burrito.Do you mean bean burrito?
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November 12th, 2009 at 6:06 pm
Another recommendation is to replace green chillies with pickled jalapenos. This will provide the heat and this will replace the lime juice also.
I hope your next recipe is for Spanish or Mexican Rice. I would love to see your version.
Thanks.
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November 12th, 2009 at 7:40 pm
Hello Ladies….
Nice recipe and
have to agree with Pinal for Mexican Rice….
Thanks
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November 13th, 2009 at 2:17 am
please show us how to make mexican rice.
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November 13th, 2009 at 2:25 am
I usually make many recipes from your website. But the salsa and refries bean recipes really helpful.
I would request you to make more Mexican recipes like enchiladas, burrito, or the rice. I tried to make enchilada once but did not turn out very good.
So looking forward to more Mexican recipes.
Prerna
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November 14th, 2009 at 5:20 pm
hi,
Can u post a recipe for making veg Shushi.
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G Reply:
February 2nd, 2010 at 9:54 pm
Kidding me?Sushi is made with fish.I guess there is no veg version
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mruds Reply:
September 17th, 2010 at 10:23 pm
of course , u get veg sushi! i eat it here in new zealand. but i dont think it is very easy to make it at home, i checked few recipes on youtube,looks liek too much work!
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November 17th, 2009 at 2:54 pm
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November 17th, 2009 at 9:01 pm
Hi Hetal & Anuja,
Great receipe, how long can this be stored? Was thinking good if we can make a batch of it and store for a long time.
Apart from it, would be great if you can include some tips on correcting salt or sugar in veggies/dals, somehow my measurement always goes wrong especially when I am having some guests! I have known people using mashed potatoes, or all purpose flour but would be good if you can include some “Correcting” tips on Tips Tuesday..
Thank You
Namrata
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hetal Reply:
November 17th, 2009 at 9:48 pm
Hi Namrata,
They keep in the fridge for about a week. They also freeze very well. Just defrost and reheat again when you’re ready to use.
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December 4th, 2009 at 12:51 am
Hi Hetal and Anuja, you both doing wonderful job of posting such great and dilicious recipies online. I am very big fan of yours. I like all the receipies. I am one request that if you can introduce vegetable burritos ( Authentic Mexican Cousin) style. It will be fantastic. I hope all the fans of Show me the Curry will love it. Thanks again, I have learned a lot from you.
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December 27th, 2009 at 11:15 pm
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January 24th, 2010 at 1:09 am
hi hetal and anuja,
i was about to try tacos and got canned beans for making this refried beans recipe..but i got the canned vegetarian beans(in tomato sauce)…is this the same as refried beans???
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hetal Reply:
January 24th, 2010 at 9:54 pm
Hi KR,
No, the beans you got are not the right ones. Refried beans are just cooked and crushed pinto beans (with added salt and other spices)…no tomato sauce.
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KR Reply:
January 25th, 2010 at 2:20 am
Hi Hetal,
thank you for the reply… i guess i will have to return the can then
i’ll try to locate refried ones.. i could not find it the last time…
thanks again!!
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February 22nd, 2010 at 6:17 pm
Hi Hetal & Anuja,
I would like to request you guys to show me the bean burritos recipe if u can.
thanks,
Ankita
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April 20th, 2010 at 6:03 pm
Dear Anuja and Hetal,
I am an 18 years old student from Singapore and am a loyal follower of your cooking cult. I’ve tried 98% of your recipes and swear to God not even once disappointed (your recipes has restored my mama’s faith in my cooking).
I had sworn myself never to eat refried beans because it isn’t visually appetizing – it literally looks like (sorry XD) crap.
But being a loyal viewer that I am, I tried to make it yesterday and was so very pleasantly surprised when I tasted the dish – it was ridiculously delicious! I literally finished half of what I made (and ran 5 miles today out of guilt). I shall start eating refried beans from now on till the day I die.
Anyway, I’d like to thank both of you for making these easy and delicious recipes accessible to everyone, especially a student such as I.
Sincerely,
Blahnik
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anuja Reply:
April 21st, 2010 at 2:32 am
Hi Blahnik,
What an awesome message! You really made our day and put a BIG smile on our faces
Enjoy the beans…!
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May 19th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
Hi Hetal & Anuja,
I see in this recipe in a quick glimpse that you use taco seasoning- the one without MSG. I was wondering where you got that one. I checked them in few stores & couldn’t find without it.
I use your recipe for refried beans and it comes out delicious. Thanks for sharing all the recipes and helping us appear like good cooks
Regards,
Swetha
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hetal Reply:
May 20th, 2010 at 2:29 pm
Hi Swetha,
You are not “appearing” to be a good cook….you are! We got our taco seasoning from Costco (we use a lot so we have to buy in bulk
). The brand is Tone’s.
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Swetha Reply:
May 20th, 2010 at 7:49 pm
Thanks Hetal! I will look for that brand in Costco.
Regards,
Swetha
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May 22nd, 2010 at 9:13 am
what is taco seasoning
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hetal Reply:
May 24th, 2010 at 3:21 pm
HI Sujana,
Taco seasoning is a spice blend with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin powder, salt, onion powder. These are the main ingredients but it may have some other flavors as well.
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March 3rd, 2011 at 9:49 am
Hi,
can i make refried beans with pinto beans…starting from scratch. whats the procedure and where can i get pinto beans. i m from irving,dallas.
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April 13th, 2012 at 10:00 pm
Ever since I discovered this recipe, I have been only following this one…This is a great and an extremely simple recipe…Thanks guys!
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April 20th, 2012 at 8:14 pm
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September 14th, 2012 at 8:17 pm
Hi Hetal & Anuja,
In the video you have mentioned about lard in the beans; my questions is, that if they are made with lard, it shall me mentioned on the can right? I mean, I have bought this can of refried beans to try mexican lasagna and therz no mention of lard in the ingredients. So is this what I should be buying?
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hetal Reply:
September 17th, 2012 at 4:25 pm
Hi Shweta,
Yes, if lard is used, it will be written in the ingredients. Sometimes, the can will have “Fat Free” or “Vegetarian” written on it.
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February 26th, 2013 at 1:37 am
Hello Hetal & Anuja,
I would like to know if i m using pinto beans homemade & not the can ones, is it ok to store it in freezer after boiling & smashing it & can use it whenever it need? If yes than how long it will stay in freezer? Thank you. I like your all recipes!!
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hetal Reply:
March 6th, 2013 at 6:04 pm
Hi Zalak,
Yes, you can freeze the mashed beans. They will remain fresh for up to 4 months if you pack them properly in freezer type containers.
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