Instant Pot Refried Black Beans
A hearty and flavorful Mexican-style dish of black beans cooked to perfection in an Instant Pot, then mashed and seasoned until creamy. Topped with cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, radishes, and lime for an authentic taste.
Ingredients
- •1 lb dried black beans
- •1 whole white onion
- •2 Tbsp lard or vegetable oil
- •1½ tsp kosher salt
- •1 sprig cilantro
- •1 serving garnishes
- •1 piece Instant Pot
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Combine beans, onion, lard, salt, cilantro sprig, and 6 cups water in cooker insert. Lock on lid, making sure steam-release valve is in the proper sealed position. Select "Manual" and program for 22 minutes at high pressure. (It will take about 12 minutes for pressure to build before cooking automatically begins.)
34 min
- 2.
As soon as the time has elapsed, turn off cooker, let pressure release naturally (it will take about 23 minutes). Unlock lid and turn the heat to medium or "Sauté." Bring to a strong simmer and mash beans with a potato masher or large wooden spoon. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid thickens, about 15 minutes. Taste and season with more salt if necessary.
38 min
- 3.
Divide beans among bowls. Top with cheese, cilantro, radishes, and limes.
5 min
