Jalapeno Refried Black Beans
"A zesty, flavorful version of the traditional refried beans. Jalapenos add a mild heat and the cheese adds a subtle creamy flavor. These are a big hit at potlucks and fiestas. This is easily doubled or tripled."
photo by Bergy
- Ready In:
- 25mins
- Ingredients:
- 7
- Serves:
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4
ingredients
- 16 ounces black beans (home cooked or canned)
- 1⁄4 cup lard or 1/4 cup bacon drippings
- 2 pickled jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
- 2 fresh garlic cloves, chopped
- 1⁄4 cup onion, chopped
- 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese or 1 cup queso blanco
directions
- Prepare a large skillet by heating drippings or lard over medium heat.
- Cook the garlic, onions and jalapenos until slightly wilted.
- Sprinkle in the cumin.
- Add in about 1/2 cup of beans and mash with back of spoon or mashing utensil.
- If the mixture seems thick, add about a tablespoon of liquid from canned beans or the cooking liquid.
- Continue to add beans and mash them together, adding liquid as necessary.
- Top with shredded cheese.
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Reviews
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Great side for my Carne guisada, served with cilantro rice. -
YUM! I forgot the garlic and only had 1 serano pepper and I wished I had 2... next time! I used olive oil and only 1 tbl. I didn't have cheese, but didn't need it or miss it. I just ate it on a tortilla for lunch! Thanks!! -
Cut the dripping to 1 tbsp ( I love the flavor but try to cut back) I used 2 fresh Jalapenos, 2 large cloves of garlic and omitted the cheese in the beans because I was adding cheese to the Tacos. Result VERY tasty refried beans Thanks Annacia for this do again recipe -
I cut the amount of bacon drippings in half and otherwise followed the directions. These were very spicy (it could have just been my jalapenos) Good thing we like things hot! These come together very quickly which makes them perfect for a weeknight meal. Thanks for the recipe Annacia!
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Great recipe - my husband and I totally enjoyed it. My arm is still sore from smashing the beans so I'm thinking of using refried black beans in a can and adding all the other ingredients. Either way, it's a wonderful dish. Thank you.
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