Best 3 Instant Pot Refried Beans Recipes

Welcome to the ultimate guide to cooking refried beans in your Instant Pot! This versatile kitchen appliance makes it easier than ever to create this classic Mexican dish. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a delicious, hearty batch of refried beans ready to enjoy. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will provide you with the tips and tricks you need to make perfect refried beans in your Instant Pot.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

INSTANT POT® CHARRO (REFRIED BEANS)

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This recipe is written to be prepared in an Instant Pot® pressure cooker. With some small alterations, I am sure you can cook it on the stovetop as well. These beans are great served as is or blended to be the texture of refried beans.

Provided by droach3

Categories Side Dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 cups water
2 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed
1 large onion, chopped
½ cup salsa
½ cup roughly chopped cilantro, or to taste
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons tomato-flavored bouillon
2 teaspoons vegetable bouillon
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Combine water, pinto beans, onion, salsa, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, garlic, tomato bouillon, vegetable bouillon, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and black pepper in an electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select Bean/Chili function; set timer for 45 minutes. Cooker will reach high pressure in 10 to 15 minutes.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove lid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 113.5 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

INSTANT POT® REFRIED BEANS

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Make beans from dried to refried in less than an hour through the courtesy of your Instant Pot®.

Provided by Tim Unger

Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegan Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

¼ cup vegetable oil
1 medium white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 pound dried pinto beans
8 cups water
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil, onion, garlic, and oregano; cook for 5 minutes. Add beans and water; stir. Close and lock the lid. Choose high pressure and set timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.
Remove the lid and check a bean; if not yet tender, close and lock the lid and cook another 5 minutes at high pressure.
Drain beans, reserving 2 cups of liquid. Return beans to pot and add salt and 1 cup reserved liquid. Puree using a stick blender, adding additional cooking liquid as needed. Keep warm using the slow cooker function.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 476.8 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

INSTANT POT REFRIED BEANS

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Provided by Katie Clark

Categories Instant Pot

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

16 ounces dry pinto beans, rinsed and sorted
1 ham hock
2 cups chicken broth
5 cups water
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Add all ingredients to inner pot. Turn pressure valve to sealed. Set on manual pressure for 45 minutes. After a 20-minute natural release, do a quick release to let out remaining pressure. Reserve 1 cup liquid, drain the beans and then discard the ham hock. Blend beans in a blender or food processor and add in reserved iquid as needed to reach desired consistency. You could also use a potato masher if you don't mind if it's a little chunkier.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 6 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 1 grams fat, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 411 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 1 grams unsaturated fat

Tips:

For creamier refried beans, use a food processor or blender to puree them until smooth.
If you don't have an immersion blender, you can mash the beans with a potato masher or fork until they reach the desired consistency.
To make the refried beans even more flavorful, add a tablespoon of chili powder, cumin, or garlic powder to the pot.
If you want to add some heat to the refried beans, add a chopped jalapeno pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the pot.
Serve the refried beans as a side dish with tacos, burritos, or enchiladas. You can also use them as a dip for tortilla chips or as a filling for quesadillas.

Conclusion:

Instant Pot refried beans are a quick and easy way to make a delicious and versatile dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a pot of creamy, flavorful refried beans ready to enjoy in less than an hour. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or dip, give this Instant Pot refried beans recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!