Pinto Beans Paste
Submitted by WildAngel
Pinto bean paste - a 3-ingredient homemade refried bean base ready in 15 minutes. Mash and saute cooked pinto beans in oil, thin with bean stock to your preferred consistency.
YIELD
4 1/2 cupsPREP
5 minCOOK
10 minREADY
15 minThree ingredients, one pan, 15 minutes. This pinto bean paste earns its place not as a standalone dish but as the foundation for everything else.
Mash cooked pinto beans in hot oil, sauté until the paste firms up slightly, then thin with the reserved bean cooking liquid until you hit the consistency you want. Use it as a filling for burritos, spread on tostadas, or serve alongside any Mexican main.
Naturally vegan, high in fiber, and endlessly adaptable.
Variations
- Season with cumin, garlic, and chili powder to turn this into a proper Tex-Mex refried bean
- Add a chipotle pepper in adobo while mashing for a smoky, spicy edge
- Stir in vegetable broth instead of bean stock for a slightly richer flavor
Ingredients
Directions
Heat oil in a medium skillet.
Add drained cooked pinto beans to the skillet and mash up into a paste.
Sauté the beans over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequent
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