Yucatan Fried Beans Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Cook the pinto beans in a pot with water, onions, garlic, and spices until they are tender.
• STEP 2.Drain the beans and mash them with a potato masher or fork until they are partially mashed.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a skillet and add the mashed beans. Cook them over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they develop a crispy crust.
• STEP 4.Serve the Yucatan Fried Beans as a side dish or as a dip with tortilla chips.

Cooking Tips

• You can customize the flavor of the beans by adding spices like cumin, chili powder, or smoked paprika.
• For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of cream or sour cream to the mashed beans.
• Leftover Yucatan Fried Beans can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet or microwave.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Yucatan Fried Beans can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the beans in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until heated through.
• Serve the Yucatan Fried Beans as a side dish with your favorite Mexican meal or as a dip with tortilla chips.