healthy refried beans

If you love the flavor of refried beans but would rather avoid the lard they are typically cooked in, you’ll love this easy, fat-free version made in the Instant Pot.

Instant Pot Refried Beans

pinto beans (soaked for 8 hours and drained)

water

onion

garlic (minced)

cumin

chili powder

black pepper

cayenne pepper (optional)

salt

cilantro

Combine the drained beans, water, onion, and garlic in the Instant Pot.

Stir well, making sure the beans are submerged. Secure the lid and move the steam release valve to Sealing. Select

Manual/Pressure Cook to cook at high pressure for 20 minutes.

When the cooking cycle is complete, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then move the steam release valve to Venting to release any remaining pressure. When the floating valve drops, remove the lid and drain the beans, reserving the liquid.

Return the cooked beans to the Instant Pot, and stir in ½ cup of the reserved cooking liquid, along with the cumin, chili powder, black pepper, cayenne, and ½ teaspoon salt. Use a potato masher to mash the cooked beans until smooth, leaving some texture if you like. (You can use an immersion blender for pureed beans, if you prefer.)

Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt as needed, and serve warm with a garnish of cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Store leftover beans in an airtight container in the fridge for 1 week.

If you love the flavor of refried beans but would rather avoid the lard they are typically cooked in, you’ll love this easy, fat-free version made in the Instant Pot.


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Instant Pot Healthy Refried Beans Recipe

Crockpot refried beans require no soaking. They&#039;re easy to make and taste way better than beans from a can!

Crockpot Refried Beans - No Soaking Required!

beans

yellow

garlic,

red pepper flakes ((or to taste))

¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

water ((more if needed))

Cook

Add all ingredients to 6-quart slow cooker and stir to combine. Cook on high for 6 to 8 hours or until beans are soft and mash easily. Add more water if necessary during cooking to keep beans fully submerged in liquid.

Mash

Reserving the liquid, strain the beans out into a large bowl (see note). Mash with a potato masher or immersion blender. Add the reserved liquid until you reach the consistency you desire.

Serve

Serve, or cool completely and freeze in portions appropriate for your family.

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