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Instant Pot Charro (Refried Beans)
Instant Pot Charro (Refried Beans) recipe utilizes pressure cooker convenience for preparation specifically designed for Instant Pot cooking that produces authentic results with modern convenience and efficiency. This contemporary approach demonstrates how traditional recipes can be adapted for modern appliances while maintaining essential flavors and textures. The pressure cooker technique ensures consistent results while dramatically reducing cooking time for busy schedules.
This Instant Pot charro (refried beans) recipe is written to be prepared in an Instant Pot pressure cooker. With some small alterations, I am sure you can cook it on the stovetop as well. These beans are great served as is or blended to be the texture of refried beans.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
55 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients
4 cups water
2 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed
1 large onion, chopped
½ cup salsa (Optional)
½ cup roughly chopped cilantro, or to taste
1 jalapeño pepper, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons tomato-flavored bouillon granules
2 teaspoons vegetable bouillon granules
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Combine water, pinto beans, onion, salsa, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, tomato bouillon, vegetable bouillon, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and black pepper in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Select Bean/Chili function; set timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer’s instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove lid.
Cook’s Note:
Substitute chicken bouillon for tomato bouillon if desired.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 184 | Calories |
| 1g | Fat |
| 34g | Carbs |
| 11g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 184 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 1g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 1% |
| Sodium 114mg | 5% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 8g | 30% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin C 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium 74mg | 6% |
| Iron 3mg | 16% |
| Potassium 781mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
