Refried Beans with Chorizo
80% authentic · Mexican
A flavorful variation of refried beans enriched with the spicy, savory notes of Mexican chorizo.
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Ingredients
- Cooked pinto beans (from scratch or canned, drained)2 cups
- Mexican chorizo, casing removed4 ounces
- Onion1/4 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic1 clove, minced
- Lard or vegetable oil1 tablespoon
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Water or bean cooking liquid2-4 tablespoons
Steps
- 1
In a skillet, cook the chorizo over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chorizo with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
- 2
Add the lard or oil to the skillet if needed. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
Add the cooked pinto beans to the skillet. Mash them with a potato masher or fork. Add the cooked chorizo back into the skillet.
- 5
Add water or bean cooking liquid, a tablespoon at a time, until desired creamy consistency is reached. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 6
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and flavors have melded.
