Low Carb Frijoles Refritos - Refried Beans

Low carb frijoles refritos is a Keto friendly recipe with healthy Black Soy Beans as the star of the show. They are the perfect low carb - high fiber ingredient because they pick up whatever flavors you add in (just like any bean). If you miss beans, this recipe will be a welcome addition to your low carb arsenal.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword 30 minute recipe, gluten free

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 211kcal

Author Brandy

Equipment

Ingredients

15 oz Black Soy Beans * 15 oz can Cooked - I started with dry black soy beans instead of canned because they are a lot less expensive. See post.
3 oz Bacon ¼ package of bacon.
¾ cup water *or bean water from cooking dried beans
1 tsp bouillon *chicken, beef or tomato - your choice. I like Tomato.
¼ -½ tsp red pepper flakes *Optional for heat. You could also use chopped jalapeno.
1 tbsp dried onion * 3 tbsp if using fresh
1 tsp cumin
2 cloves garlic

Optional garnish

Cilantro
Green Onion

Instructions

Rinse beans if using canned Black Soy Beans. If starting with dried beans please see post for cooking times.
Chop raw bacon into small pieces and fry in a large pan until crispy. Do not discard grease.
Turn off heat to avoid splattering. Carefully, add beans and all other ingredients to the pan.
Use immersion blender in the pan to puree beans. Be careful, the pan is still hot.
Turn burner back on to medium/ low to start cooking the water out of the refried beans. Cook until desired consistency (usually about ten minutes). Remember that they will continue to thicken as they cool.
Serve with desired topping or store in an airtight container for 5-7 days.

Notes

The nutritional info for this recipe is based on making four - 1/2 cup servings.

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