Description
Discover the secret to making the best 20-minute Mexican Beans Recipe at home. These flavorful, creamy beans are a delicious and easy-to-prepare side dish or filling for tacos, burritos, and more.
Ingredients
– 2 cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
1. – In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. – Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. – Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
4. – Add the drained and rinsed pinto beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mash the beans with a potato masher or the back of a fork, leaving some whole bean pieces.
5. – Cook the beans for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly thickened.
6. – Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.
7. – Serve the Mexican Beans warm, with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
Notes
For a creamier texture, you can blend or purée a portion of the beans before returning them to the skillet. This recipe can also be easily adjusted to suit your taste preferences – add more or less spices, garnish with diced jalapeño, or serve with your favorite Mexican toppings.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican