Frijoles para pupusas (Frijoles refritos) / Beans for pupusas (Refried beans)

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned black beans

Canned beans save time and are often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds flavor while canola oil is a budget-friendly option.

To cook the beans, we need 2 pounds of red silk beans and enough water to cover them.

Add the beans to a pot and cover with water.

Cook the beans until tender, then drain, reserving 1 cup of the bean broth or water.

In a skillet, heat 1/3 cup of vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add 1/2 small white onion and sauté until softened.

Add 5 cloves of minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Stir in 1/2 tablespoon of beef bouillon and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.

Add a piece of green chili to the skillet.

Add the 2 cups of cooked beans to the skillet and mash slightly with a fork or masher, leaving some whole.

If the mixture is too thick, add the reserved bean broth or water as needed to achieve desired consistency.

Cook for an additional few minutes to combine flavors.

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