What Are Refried beans and How Can I Use Them?

Here's everything worth knowing about refried beans and how to pick them, what they are, how to store them, and what to use instead, plus 91 recipes to cook tonight.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup (252g)

Amount per Serving

Calories 236Calories from Fat 28

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.2g 5%

Saturated Fat 1.2g 6%

Trans Fat ~

Cholesterol 20mg 7%

Sodium 753mg 31%

Total Carbohydrate 39.1g 13%

Dietary Fiber 13g 53%

Sugars 0.6

Protein 13.8g

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 9% • Iron 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

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Where found

Refried beans are usually found in the canned goods section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Refried beans are a member of the Legumes and Legume Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

How much do refried beans weigh?

Amount	Weight
1 cup	252 grams
1 tbsp	16 grams

Legumes and Legume Products

Beans 235 Beans with pork, canned 45 Beans, dried 19 Black beans 445 Black beans, dried 29 Great northern beans 58 Kidney beans, canned 132 Red kidney beans 519 Red beans 47 Navy beans, dried 26

In Chinese:	豆泥
British (UK) term:
en français:	haricots frits
en español:	frijoles refritos

Recipes using refried beans

There are 91 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Huevos Rancheros

Huevos rancheros stack sunny-side-up eggs on warm corn tortillas with refried beans, green chili, and melted cheddar. Mexican breakfast plate ready in 20 minutes.

Refried Beans & Cheese Bread

This bread can either accompany or replace the Southwestem breakfast staple of refried beans topped with cheese or wrapped in a flour tortilla.

Huevos Loma Vista

A vibrant Mexican-inspired breakfast featuring creamy avocado, poached eggs, warm refried beans, and zesty salsa, served on a bed of crisp lettuce. Perfect for a quick, flavorful brunch.

Huevos Rojo y Verdes (Mexican Red & Green Eggs)

I had these for breakfast frequently when staying in Tlaqupaque, Mexico outside Guadalajara. Here's my version that recreates this local specialty. I haven't seen them anywhere else. Perfect for Cinco de Mayo.

Chili Ala Capt. James Mcdonnell

Beef and Italian sausage chili with a tablespoon of instant coffee for depth, two kinds of beans (kidney and refried), and a Monterey Jack topping. Captain's recipe.

Big Fat Burrito

Burrito is one of the easiest foods to make, and it's also delicious and filling. A quick way to make a tasty and nutritious meal.

Refried Bean & Cheese Bread

A wonderfully soft and easy bread machine recipe infused with refried beans and sharp cheddar cheese, lightly spiced with chili powder and garlic. Ideal as a side for Mexican dishes or a hearty addictive snack.

Fresh Seven-Layer Dip

So yummy, store-bought seven-layer dip can never beat freshly homemade version, no doubt.

Spicy Burrito Bonanza

Loaded burritos stuffed with seasoned ground beef and spicy pork sausage, refried beans, fresh tomato, Monterey Jack cheese, and crisp lettuce. A 30-minute weeknight dinner the whole family will fight over.

Beef & Bean Burrito Stack (Crockpot, Slow Cooker)

A unique burrito like "stack" made in your crockpot, cheesy and tasty.

Easy Bean Burritos

Easy vegetarian bean burritos: refried beans, seasoned taco filling, cheese, and taco sauce rolled in flour tortillas and warmed in minutes. A fast, freezer-friendly lunch or weeknight dinner.

Mixed Tostadas

Tostadas always make a nice alternative to a salad. Love the crunch, I used beef that was cooked with some taco seasoning instead of chicken.

Nacho Casserole

This nacho casserole is cheesy, tasty and packed with flavors. Serve it with some tortilla chips, heavenly delicious.

Guacamole, Refried Black Bean & Cherry Tomato Burrito

Make this easy, tasty yet nutritious burrito for breakfast, lunch, or any time of the day when you feel hungry. It not only fills you up, but also provides you all kinds of nutrients.

Mexican Tortilla Pizzas

These delicious tortilla pizzas are quick and easy to make, they are great for a week day dinner when you don't want to spend too much time preparing dinner.

Avocado Multi-Layer Party Dip

A refreshing twist on a multi-layer tortilla dip great for serving a crowd.

Superbowl Oven-Fried Jalapeno Poppers (low-fat)

These stuffed jalapeno peppers are "fried" in the oven to cut the fat in a big way. A mixture of refried beans and cheese creates a warm and gooey inside with the cornmeal delivering a delicate crispy outside. Perfect for New Years or Superbowl gatherings.

Mexican Nacho Casserole

An easy, filling yet delicious week-night meal that's ready within half an hour.

Seven Layer Taco Dip - Superbowl

Excellent. Several of our guests stated that they hate refried beans but after trying this dip they are converted. Great mix of flavors, I added a chipotle pepper in adobo sauce that was chopped and mixed into the refried beans. A perfect superbowl dip or great anytime you have a gathering.