Published Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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Refried Beans - USDA
Makes: 6 servings
This traditional side dish is versatile, flavorful, and delicious. There are different ways to prepare refried beans. This recipe uses dry beans, oil, garlic, onions, and cumin.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups dry pinto beans (sorted and rinsed)
- 2 garlic (cloves, minced)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/4 cup onion (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
Directions
- Cook beans and reserve some of the cooking liquid before draining.
- Saute onions and garlic in oil until onions become clear. Add a little water if vegetables stick.
- Mash half of the beans, and add to onion and garlic. Continue to saute for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Allow some of the mashed beans to brown.
- Add cumin. Add remaining beans and continue cooking until they are warmed through.
- Water or liquid from beans may be added to keep the beans soft and mushy.
Source: Washington State WIC Program, The Bold and Beautiful Book of Bean Recipes
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1/6 recipe (175g)
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Nutrients |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Total Calories |
197 |
|
Total Fat |
3 g |
|
Saturated Fat |
0 g |
|
Cholesterol |
0 mg |
|
Sodium |
2 mg |
|
Carbohydrates |
32 g |
|
Dietary Fiber |
11 g |
|
Total Sugars |
1 g |
|
Added Sugars included |
0 g |
|
Protein |
11 g |
|
Vitamin D |
0 mcg |
|
Calcium |
62 mg |
|
Iron |
3 mg |
|
Potassium |
542 mg |
