Refried Black Beans (Caraotas negras refritas)

A plate with black beans, white cheese, and avocado on it.

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Refried Black Beans (Caraotas negras refritas)

Refried black beans, or simply "refried," are a classic of Venezuelan cuisine. They are a delight to fill arepas, empanadas, and carabinas. You can serve them for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

Prep Time5

Cook Time18

Total Time23

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Venezuelan

Diet: Gluten Free

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Servings: people

Calories: 435kcal

Ingredients

For the refried beans

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic minced
⅓ cup onion finely chopped
¼ cup red bell pepper without veins or seeds, finely chopped
2 tablespoons ají dulce finely chopped
3 cups black bean soup from the previous day
1 pinch cumin
Salt

For the toppings

1 cup Venezuelan white cheese, llanero-style, grated
2 Hass avocados peeled, seeded, and sliced
2 tablespoons green onion only the green part, chopped
4 teaspoons Extra virgin olive oil
Salt

Instructions

Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat and sauté the garlic and onion until they wilt, about 3 minutes.
Add the red bell pepper and ají dulce, and sauté for 3-4 more minutes.
Add the beans, ensuring they don't have too much liquid.
Add the cumin, stir, and sauté until the grains begin to boil.
Once it comes to a boil, lower the heat and simmer, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until the beans are dry, about 10 minutes.
Spread the beans on a plate, garnish with cheese, avocado and green onion.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and season with salt.

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