Mexican Fried Beans With Onions And Garlic

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This is a classic recipe. These beans are a great addition to any mexican meal. Cook your beans ahead of time.

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Steps

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In a large well seasoned or nonstick skillet , heat the oil or pork fat over medium heat.

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Add the onion and cook , stirring frequently , until deep golden , about 10 minutes.

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Stir in the garlic , cook for a minute or so , then use a slotted spoon to scoop in about 1 / 4 of the beans , leaving most of the liquid behind.

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With a bean or potato masher , or the back of a large spoon , mash the beans into a coarse puree.

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Add another portion of the beans , mash them in , and continue until all the beans have been added and coarsely mashed', add about a cup of bean liquid or water and stir frequently over the heat until the beans are still a little soupier than you'd like to serve them taste and season with salt if needed"]".

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Ingredients

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vegetable oil, white onion, garlic, beans, salt, monterey jack cheese, tortilla chips