Instant Pot Charro (Refried Beans)
Instant Pot Charro (Refried Beans) delivers tender pinto beans infused with onion, jalapeño, salsa, and warming spices for a rich, well-rounded bite. The pressure cooker melds everything into a deep, smoky, and lightly spicy pot of beans perfect for taco nights, potlucks, or a hearty side with grilled mains.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook55 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Add the water, pinto beans, onion, salsa, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, tomato bouillon, vegetable bouillon, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and black pepper to a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid.
- 2
Select the Bean/Chili setting and set the timer for 45 minutes. Let the pressure build for 10 to 15 minutes.
- 3
Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, which takes 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
- Calories 187.52 kcal Moderate
- Protein 3.05 g Low Source
- Carbs 37.45 g Moderate
- Total Fat 1.03 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.09 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.93 mg Low Source
- Sodium 362.89 mg Moderate
- Fiber 5.45 g Moderate
- Sugar 6.04 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 5.33 g Moderate
- Calcium 27.35 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.97 mg Low Source
- Potassium 185.9 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 35.98 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 5.45 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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