Bean Burrito Recipe Refried Beans
Bean burritos are a popular Mexican dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. The burrito is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of fillings, but the most popular and classic filling is refried beans. Making refried beans from scratch is easy, and it will take your homemade bean burrito recipe to the next level. In this article, we are going to show you how to make refried beans and use them to create the ultimate bean burrito.
Ingredients for Refried Beans
Before we get started, you will need to gather the following ingredients:
- 2 cups of dried pinto beans
- 6 cups of water
- ¼ cup of vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of cumin
- 1 tablespoon of paprika
- 1 tablespoon of chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions for Refried Beans
Now that you have all your ingredients, let's get started on making refried beans:
- Rinse the dried pinto beans until the water runs clear.
- Place the cleaned beans in a large pot and cover with the 6 cups of water.
- Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the beans simmer for about 2 hours or until they are tender.
- Once the beans are tender, drain them and reserve about 2 cups of the cooking liquid.
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until they are softened and translucent.
- Add the cooked beans, cumin, paprika, and chili powder to the skillet and stir until everything is well combined.
- Mash the beans with a potato masher or fork until they are the desired texture. You can add some of the reserved cooking liquid to the beans if they seem too dry.
- Season the refried beans with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the beans from the heat and enjoy!
Bean Burrito Recipe
Now that you have your refried beans, it's time to turn them into a delicious bean burrito!
Ingredients for Bean Burrito
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups of refried beans
- 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup of salsa
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 1 cup of chopped lettuce
- 1 cup of diced tomatoes
- 1 cup of diced onions
Instructions for Bean Burrito
To make the perfect bean burrito, follow these steps:
- Warm the tortillas in the oven or microwave, according to the package instructions.
- Spoon ¼ cup of refried beans onto the center of each tortilla.
- Add 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese on top of the beans.
- Roll up the tortilla and place it seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- Repeat until all the tortillas are filled.
- Sprinkle any remaining cheese over the rolled-up tortillas.
- Bake the bean burritos in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the bean burritos from the oven and serve them with salsa, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, or any other toppings of your choice.
- Enjoy!
Bean burritos are a tasty and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed any time of the day. With this article's easy-to-follow instructions, you can make the perfect refried beans and use them to create delicious bean burritos. Customize your burritos with your favorite toppings and enjoy a delicious Mexican delight in the comfort of your home!