If you're looking for a simple and delicious way to prepare refried beans, a slow cooker is the perfect tool for the job. With minimal effort, you can create a creamy and flavorful dish that's perfect for burritos, tacos, and more. The slow cooker allows the beans to cook low and slow, resulting in a tender and evenly cooked texture. Plus, you can easily customize the flavor of your refried beans by adding your favorite spices and seasonings.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
SLOW COOKER REFRIED BEANS WITH BACON
Dried pinto beans are cooked all day in a slow cooker, then mashed on the stove top with fried bacon, onions, garlic, and chili powder.
Provided by Savanna
Categories Side Dish
Time 16h27m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place beans in a bowl with water to cover. Soak 8 hours to overnight.
- Drain the beans; place in a slow cooker with ham hock and salt. Cover with water. Cook on Low until beans are soft, about 8 hours.
- Place bacon in a large pot. Cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until starting to crisp, about 6 minutes. Add onion; cook and stir until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.
- Transfer beans to the bacon mixture using a slotted spoon. Mash with a potato masher, adding liquid from the slow cooker as needed. Add chili powder. Cook and stir until combined, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 36.2 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 1087.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
SLOW COOKER REFRIED BEANS
I've been making this refried beans many times for my Mexican dinner combo,sometimes I use pinto beans,sometimes I use red beans,depends on what I have in my kitchen,whatever beans I use,it's always very tasty.Before I cooked beans on the stove top,and I had to keep an eye on it all the time and add water many times in case it got burned.but now I use slow cooker which enhances the flavor big time and you can do other things while it's cooking,give it a try!
Provided by sashas kitchen
Categories Beans
Time 4h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine beans,quartered onion, 2 garlic cloves and 2 cups water in a slow cooker,let cook on automatic setting for 4 hours.let cool.then puree the bean mixture in a blender.
- In a large sauce pan,melt lard,when it's hot,cook chopped onion,garlic and green chili for 3 minutes,or until tender and fragrant.
- Pour in blended bean mixture,season with salt,pepper and cumin,cook on low heat for 15 minutes or until it thickens,stir constantly.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese when ready to serve.It's a perfect side dish for tacos,enchiladas and mexican rice,leftover can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days,just microwave it on high heat for 1-2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.8, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 3, Sodium 301, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 2, Protein 10.9
Tips:
- Choose dried beans that are whole and free of blemishes. Avoid beans that are split or broken.
- Soak the beans overnight before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
- Rinse the beans thoroughly before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
- Cook the beans in a slow cooker on low heat for 8-10 hours, or until the beans are tender.
- Once the beans are cooked, mash them with a potato masher or immersion blender until they reach the desired consistency.
- Season the beans with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder to taste.
- For a smoother refried bean dip, strain the beans through a fine-mesh sieve before mashing.
- Serve the refried beans with your favorite Mexican dishes, such as tacos, burritos, and enchiladas.
Conclusion:
Refried beans are a delicious and versatile Mexican dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you serve them as a dip, a side dish, or an ingredient in your favorite Mexican recipes, refried beans are sure to be a hit. With the help of a slow cooker, you can easily make delicious refried beans at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this slow cooker refried bean recipe a try.
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