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Unfried Refried Beans

Unfried Refried Beans

Whip up a quick batch of “refried beans” with this simple recipe.
This recipe comes from Ángela, our Spanish Social Media and Program Coordinator.
Course Side Dish
Difficulty Easy
Daily Dozen Beans, Herbs and Spices, Other Vegetables, Turmeric

Ingredients
 
 

  • 3 cups cooked cannellini beans, drained and rinsed or 2 15.5 oz BPA-free cans or Tetra Paks
  • 1 small red onion chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic power
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • pinch black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a skillet, cook the onion with a splash of water for 7 minutes or until soft. You can keep adding water to stop the onion from burning or sticking to the pan.
  • Rinse the beans and transfer into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds. Use a potato masher or a fork to mash the beans until they become a paste.
  • Add spices and mix well. Then add the onion and mix again. 

Notes

These beans are great for our Easy Veggie Tacos.