Ingredients for - Frijoles Refritos (Refried Beans)

1. Water, or as needed 5 quarts
2. Pinto beans, washed 1 pound
3. Garlic, peeled and smashed 2 cloves
4. Salt 1 teaspoon
5. Canola oil 1 teaspoon

How to cook deliciously - Frijoles Refritos (Refried Beans)

1 . Stage

Combine water, pinto beans, and garlic into a large pot and cover; Cook over low heat for 5 1/2 hours; stir salt into beans and continue cooking until beans are very soft, about 30 minutes more.

2 . Stage

Heat canola oil in a skillet over high heat. Spoon the beans into the skillet without draining excess water; mash beans using a potato masher until they begin to lose their shape, about 3 minutes.