Easy Vegan Refried Beans
The best simple and delicious vegan refried beans
Ingredients
- 1 can pinto beans (1 can = 15.5 oz)
- 3 tbsp yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tbsp jalapeño pepper (finely chopped with seeds removed)
- 1 clove garlic (crushed)
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- salt to taste
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Add the olive oil and chopped onion to a pan over low heat.
- Sauté the onion for about 5 minutes, or until translucent.
- Drain and rinse the pinto beans thoroughly.
- Add the pinto beans to a pot along with the sautéed onions, chopped jalapeño pepper, crushed garlic, cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then turn the heat to low and simmer covered for five minutes.
- Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Mash the beans until the desired consistency is achieved.
- Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.
- Gently stir in the lime juice and cilantro.
- Add salt to taste.
- Dig in and enjoy!
Notes
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