Refried Black Beans (15 minute recipe!) Earthly Provisions

Name: Refried Black Beans
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1/3 Cup Finely Chopped Yellow Onion (about 1/2 of a small onion); 1 Tbsp Finely Chopped Jalapeño (about 1/2 of a large jalapeño); 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder; 1/2 tsp Cumin; 1 15oz Can of Black Beans, drained but not rinsed (see note); 1/3 Cup Water; 2 Tbsp Chopped Cilantro (optional); Salt and Black Pepper

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This Refried Black Beans recipe utilizes canned beans and plenty of spices for quick and delicious homemade refried beans! These beans are great in burritos or as a side to your favorite tacos. And they only require 15 minutes to prepare.

Refried black beans in a bowl topped with chopped cilantro.

We have at least one taco night every single week in my house. And I never get tired of them because they are different every time! I almost always make Homemade Vegan Tortillas and I stuff them with beans and Corn Salsa, or Red Cabbage Slaw or Avocado Pico de Gallo. And they are always incredible.

Today I'm going back to basics to show you how to make my favorite Refried Black Beans from canned beans! They are quick, cheap and packed with flavor. The perfect addition to your next taco night.

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Instructions
What to Serve Them With
Recipe FAQs
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Why You'll Love This Recipe

This recipe is super easy to make.
And it only requires 15 minutes of time!
These Refried Black Beans are vegan and gluten-free, so anyone can enjoy them.
They are so versatile: use them as a side dish or in a tacos or burrito bowls.
And most importantly, they are absolutely delicious!

Ingredient Notes

Ingredients for making this recipe in small bowls on a linen cloth.

Canned Black Beans: Canned black beans make this recipe so fast and easy! Try to find a lower sodium can of beans, so this recipe doesn't get too salty.

Jalapeño: Jalapeño adds a little heat. If you don't like spice you can skip it.

Spices: A combination of garlic powder and cumin add so much flavor to this refried black beans recipe.

Instructions

Onion, jalapeño and spices cooking in a skillet.

Step 1. Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Then, add the olive oil and chopped onion. Sauté until the onion is translucent 3 minutes.

Next, add the jalapeño, garlic powder and cumin and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes longer.

Black beans and water added into the skillet.

Step 2. Add the drained black beans and water and reduce the heat to low.

Allow the beans for 3 minutes.

Step 3. Then, remove from heat and use a potato masher to mash the beans to your desired consistency.

Refried black beans in a skillet topped with chopped cilantro.

Step 4. Taste the beans for seasoning and add a pinch of salt if necessary.

Then, top with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and serve!

What to Serve Them With

Add these refried black beans to a burrito.
Or serve them along side some Lentil Tacos,
Use them with some Vegan Mexican Rice to make a burrito bowl.

Recipe FAQs

How should I store these Refried Black Beans?

To store, scoop the beans into a container with an airtight lid and store them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Are refried beans vegetarian?

Not always! Traditional refried beans are made with lard which is animal fat. So, always ask when you are out to eat.

Expert Recipe Tips

If the beans are too thick when you mash them, add a splash more water to loosen them up.

How much additional salt you need will depend on the sodium content of the canned beans you have. So, be sure to taste them at the end and adjust the seasoning.

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