When you think about Mexican food, you almost automatically think about refried beans. This is a staple in this food culture. If you haven’t had good refried beans before, you are certainly missing out on one of the finer things in life. Some people may not completely understand what refried beans are though. Eddie’s Mexican Restaurant is here to talk about refried beans and how they are made so that you can enjoy them to the fullest and even try to make them at home sometime.
What are Mexican Refried Beans Made From?
For most of us, the refried beans that we are most used to eating come from pinto beans. They are the common type of refried beans found in the US. However, there are many different ways to make refried beans and some people don’t use pinto beans to make theirs. You can use other types of beans like black beans and even kidney beans to make refried beans. While the name might indicate that the beans are fried two times, the actually meaning of the name means “well fried.” Refried beans are only fried in the pan one time before they are served.
Beans are a Part of a Healthy Diet
Some people may be wondering how healthy refried beans are. Beans alone are a great source of protein and are high in fiber. They are something that people should certainly incorporate as these are two essential things in any health diet. When it comes to refried beans, the degree of healthiness comes from how they are prepared. Some people use pork fat to make them, which makes them less healthy that if you were to use olive oil instead. You should also be careful about what you are eating with your refried beans. There are many fried dishes that are often paired with refried beans which would make the meal less healthy.
What Do You Eat Refried Beans With?
The best way to serve refried beans would be as a side dish to your meal. They are always best when they are served warm as well. If you want to take your refried beans over the top, you can sprinkle some grated cheese on top while they are still warm so that the cheese melts easily. They pair well with pretty much any Mexican dish that you are enjoying. Some people like to mix them with Spanish rice to add even more flavor to every bite.
Authentic Mexican Cuisine in Las Vegas, Nevada (Just Minutes from Summerlin, North LV, Paradise, Lone Mountain & Henderson, NV)
If you are looking for the best refried beans in town, you can turn to Eddie’s Mexican Restaurant to find them. We have a large menu filled with many different Mexican dishes that are sure to satisfy your craving for authentic Mexican food. Most of our dishes come with a combination of refried beans and Spanish rice. There is something for everyone. Come in today!
