Loved using the Instant Pot to make this recipe! So simple for your basic refried beans and the directions were spot on. I just mashed the beans instead of using the immersion blender because we do like some texture. I felt as written it could use more salt or seasoning. I ended up adding a little Rotel and continued to mash. It did seem like there was too much liquid, but let it sit as Soup Loving Nicole indicated in her review and the beans were perfect. Thanks for the recipe!
1.12.19 I started off adding 1/2 cup of the bean liquid, and adding more until I reached the consistency that we like. We like our refried beans a little chunky, so I didn’t blend them until totally smooth. The only change I made was substituting one teaspoon of the salt with a teaspoon of Goya® Adobo Seasoning (one of my favorites for Latin recipes) which really elevated the flavor. Also, we’re pepper fans, so I did give these beans a pretty healthy grind of fresh peppercorns. They turned out delicious, and this was so very easy! I love finding recipes for my Instant Pot® that are outstanding, and these beans are in that category!
This was perfect and quite impressive. I hand mashed mine instead of using a stick blender because I wanted some texture. I panicked at first when I added a cup of the cooking liquid because they were quite runny. Give them 5 minutes and they will set up to the perfect texture. I do feel they could use more seasoning other than just salt but I am still giving this 5 stars. The method is spot on! Thanks for sharing!
Made it just like the recipe says. The texture and flavor are great.
Made as written. Perfect consistency with 1 cup liquid. Left it a little chunky the way we like. BUT the oregano flavor was too strong. Next time will use less oregano and a lot more salt!! Very easy to make. I will make again adjusting to our tastes. It's a keeper!
Excellent recipe. I soaked the beans overnight though. The leftover broth was perfect for minestra.
I'm a beginner but these turned out okay. Next time I'll use more seasoning though there were a little bland.
I made the refried beans in the instant pot per the recipe. Very simple and time to prepare was quick. The cook time for the onions was a bit longer. But everything else was close to preparation times mentioned. I used normal oregano since I did not find Mexican oregano in store. Daughter had some and gave to me at dinner. I brought it to dinner for the family where Taco's were being served. Everyone gave me compliments and I enjoyed the dish also. Good flavor and not too spicy if following the recipe. If you want it more spicy add some pepper (like a dash of cayenne pepper).
