How To Make Refried Beans From Scratch - Plus A Secret To Get Great Flavor | Bloopers!

[@shelleytrevino45]

Everyone has their own way of preparing any recipe. She shares with us , her way here style of cooking. I don't understand those who people who only comment to be rude or criticize. My re-fried beans are prepared differently and to me they are to my liking and to my Families liking. I use fresh garlic, a quarter of an onion, salt.And after they have cooked I drain them and put them back on the heat with a bacon fat or lard. You can of course substitute for a healthier choice. ( I don't make them too often) and mash them and lower heat and let them re-fry. Once they slide off of the sides of the pan they are done! But that's just my way. So to each there own!

[@xhottestpink]

yup! everyone has different ways. and everyone swears their mommas food is the best. people are so rude. it aint that seriouc. beans cooked in lard or bacon fat are the best! grew up on that!

[@charleswilson4598]

Shelley Trevino: Amen to that. I think that there are just a lot of unhappy people who are ignorant and rude because that is who they are. Enjoyed your comment.

[@yootoob4516]

There are many roads to one destination: YUM! Thanks for calling out the negative jerks. Who knows why it gives them pleasure to slam others?

[@brettoberry3586]

Great comment Shelley. I give credit to those people that put out instructions. I put pork fat in mine, too.

[@EricTheGrey]

Agreed. I crockpot mine overnight after soaking them, then I mash and re-fry with bacon drippings. It gives them a wonderful flavor. Like you said though, to each their own.

[@jamesbrennan1406]

Hello Rockin, I have been cooking now all of 30 days. Your recipe is my fifth attemp at cooking from KZbin. First I made beef stew came out as only fair. Second was Chili can out too spicy but better than fair. Third Taco's awesome. Fourth homemade BBQ sauce with wings came out better than the Tacos. So tomorrow Sunday Refried Beans wish me luck. I,m 61 years old and I will be a great cook very soon. I hope.

[@marianawhitaker7001]

James Brennan never to late to learn. Im heading on 70 and learned much from watching. Maybe I will be a chef one day.😊

[@crog0915]

mayacoba beans

[@bradb5850]

I know it's been 6 years but here you were 30 days in you better be a Michelin star chef by now?!

[@contentstarved991]

Hey, it's been seven years. If you're still alive at 68 I hope you've become a great cook.

[@ricdwe]

Rockin Robin. I like the way you keep the instructions simple and easy to follow. No way to screw things up if you listen carefully. Thanks for all you do.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Thank you so much for your comment. I appreciate that you took the time to leave that comment. Have a great day!

[@johnny-bracer6515]

i absolutely agree with RamZ, thanks for keeping it simple & tasty, that's why our family likes your channel

[@marianawhitaker7001]

RamZ I agreed.

[@asmrsupial8980]

Just some ideas you might consider playing with. I'm with you up until the part where you pour the oil directly into the boiling beans. I learned how to make authentic refried beans from my mother in law who was born and raised in Zacatecas, Mexico. She taught me how to make them and though mine never quite come out as amazing as hers, they get close enough. She pours her oil in a cast iron skillet, and then slowly removes the beans with a straining ladle. Dropping the beans slowly over time into the sizzling oil until they're all in there. Then she mashes them up to blend them with the oil, which is much more of a frying kind of method than what's going on in this video. At that point, she begins to pour in some of the brown juice to get the consistency as she wants it, but keeping in mind she'll still add a healthy portion of monterey jack cheese, so leave it just the slightest bit thicker than you'll want it by the end because the melted cheese will moisten it up a little bit too. That's all I would change from what you're doing. All in all, nice video.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

ASMRsupial Thank you for sharing how your mother in law made refried beans. Very authentic and I'll bet they tasted great.

[@Serpentinyaa]

This is great to know! thank you!

[@thylightjess9168]

Does she put the spices in the skillet after the beans?

[@asmrsupial8980]

No spices, this isn't taco bell. Just beans, oil, water, and cheese.

[@bigsis1977]

ASMRsupial bacon grease...clearly she's a genius

[@papercuts777]

Ya, like RamZ said, below, you have a way of presenting just what we need to know. No fake crap, no BS, no "I have the best kitchen on the Tubes". And the very idea you show out take/s shows you're down to earth. Subbed!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Thanks for visiting!

[@LeonAllanDavis]

For old beans I use a pinch of baking soda. Soak them overnight. No problem. "Old" beans are simply beans that have lost their moisture content. Beans are never past their sell date. They last indefinitely. I cook beans in chicken stock with onion and garlic and chunks of rendered pork fat. It gets all blended in with the hand blender. Season with cumin, coriander, black pepper. A dash of tequila. A touch of mesquite liquid smoke. Top with shredded sharp cheddar and finely diced scallions.

[@sylviarodriguez5228]

Leon Davis, I always wondered about that... because I'd noticed that when I bought bagged (pinto) beans for instance, from a store like a Walmart, Kroger, Albertsons or one of those chain stores, they would take FOREVER to cook, plus would end up very "dark" in color. But in all reality, to me, they really weren't "cooked" because they were still somewhat hard/not all soft-through, as they should be. I simply stopped buying beans at those stores and made it a point to only buy beans at any "hispanic/latin" grocery store (if you know what I mean), and they're usually a lot better, because they're "fresher" (don't know if that's a term to use for that, lol). But thanks for the tip, sir. So you say the "trick" to THAT would be a pinch of baking soda (would that be, as you're cooking them, OR soaking them?) and to soak them overnight, right?

[@LeonAllanDavis]

Sylvia Rodriguez Back in the mid-60's I went to a college in southern Arizona. A couple of professors went exploring in the hills and in a cave up in one of the mountains nearby, they discovered a clay pot with beans. They brought them back and planted a few of them. About half grew. They called them "Miracle Beans". (it was a religious school). Those beans were maybe a thousand years old. They served them in the cafeteria. Now those are some old beans! For old beans there's nothing wrong with filling a mason jar about halfway and the rest with water and putting 'em in the fridge for a week. Or more. Won't hurt them at all. In fact, if they become a bit fermented they'll cook easier. And fermentation adds an interesting flavor. Put your spices in during the soak. Cumin. Coriander. Tumeric. Granulated onion and garlic. Whatever. Use filtered water. The crap in tapwater is bad for beans. And for you. Keep the toxins out of your colon. Put the baking soda in during cooking. Maybe an eighth of a teaspoon. It's also an old trick to reduce flatulence. My grandfather had an old rhyme... "Beans, beans, the musical fruit! The more ya eat, the more ya toot! The more ya toot, the better ya feel! Why not eat beans for every meal!" I've been eating beans so long, I no longer have gas. At all. Have a pot going now.. Red beans. . .

[@fatimadouiri6992]

Sylvia Rodriguez

[@truthseeker5941]

Leon You betta tell em! That is how I do mine.

[@recoveringsoul755]

In 2022 I tried cooking beans that expired in 2016 and they never got soft. So I researched online and finally came across the Baking Soda trick. It says to add baking soda to the cooking water. But I added it to the soak water. And after only 45 minutes of cooking, they were already getting soft. I still cooked the rest of the way anyway. Great trick to know. Prior to that I soaked for 3 days, cooked about 12 hours and still had hard beans.

[@MrWalksindarkness]

I just made this, and am eating it now. It turned out awesome! I followed the recipe exactly, other than I also added some cayenne with the garlic and salt. It made enough for a couple meals, which is great because I am trying to save some money by eating beans and rice a couple times a week. Thanks for sharing!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

You are welcome! Yes they are better for you and they taste better than the canned beans. Thanks for sharing!

[@tanyavaldez7706]

I have to let you know, Robin, this is my go-to refried beans recipe. I've been using it ever since I found it and they come out so tasty. I only use a pound of beans and cut back a little on the salt, since I use less beans than this recipe shares, but I sure don't cut back on the garlic! I've been a long-time sub and thought I'd finally send my thanks your way! Keep on rockin', Robin!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+Tanya Valdez Thank you for commenting Tanya! Glad you are enjoying the beans. Have you tried any other of my recipes? Thanks for being a long time sub! Enjoy your day!

[@tanyavaldez7706]

Of course! I have also tried the fried rice. =) You're very welcome and keep up the great work!

[@shoman24v]

I just want to say thank you for the recipe and video. Made the beans just now and they are delicious!

[@ceeceejohnston8816]

Thanks for this, Im spending a tone on beans and rice so now I can make my own.

[@michaelsuede]

I've made these a couple of times, and I agree, there is no comparison to that junk that comes in a can. These beans are crazy good, and they're vegan! I got this video bookmarked.

[@jennhoff03]

Yeah, I'm slightly annoyed that I made them because now I can't force myself to eat the junk from a can! But these are also so good, it's almost worth ruining the other kind for me. :)

[@pagannurse]

I started using this recipe about 2 mos. ago and I will never use another. These refried beans turn out perfect. No canned can compare.

[@AmieDeLalla]

They are just beans though. They aren't refried at all.

[@macdonaldwa]

Unlike most of the people commenting below, I actually made this recipe. It's terrific! I thought it seemed too easy to be really good, but it's delicious. I didn't soak the beans and it did take longer for them to thicken up than the video, but I think I added too much water in the beginning. I like things very salty and this seemed just right to me, so other people may want to put in half of the salt in the recipe. But it's my first time making them from scratch and I'm so happy with the result. Thanks Robin!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+Jenhon2017 Thank you for your comment. Sometimes you just have to try it! Glad you are happy with the result. The flavor comes from the simmering and of course other things as well. Sometimes it's the little things that make all the difference! Thanks for sharing your first hand experience!

[@melissaa3146]

I’m trying this right now. I feel as long as they taste good and have a good consistency, that’s all that matters!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Enjoy the beans Melissa! Let me know how you like them.

[@derekcharles3515]

I am a huge fan of creamy, naturally flavorful beans and this easy recipe produces just that. Thanks so much!

[@NatalieMootz]

Super helpful for a not-so-awesome cook who is fed up with canned refried beans. Thank you so much for this video!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

You are welcome Natalie! Thanks for stopping by!

[@ewmcffd]

I made your tamale recipe with pork some time ago and saved the left over pork juice. I froze it and when I made refried beans I thawed the pork juice and added the pork sauce to beans and it was incredible. I used the same recipe for the beans that you posted, adding then pork later in the process. I just couldn't get rid of the wonderful pork juice and figured I'd use it someday!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Hi Ed, what a great use of the pork juice! I’m sure it added a lot of flavor to the beans. Thanks for sharing!

[@GoranMak]

Looks yummy!! When I make mine, I add an onion, cut into fourths, and garlic, and add it to the cooking water. They get soft, and can mash with the beans once done. Also, I add the oil near the end, and actually, on a low flame, fry the mixture till a bit thicker.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

GoranMak Thanks for sharing!

[@GoranMak]

Rockin Robin's Cooking Mexican Recipes AY TIME! I have subd - love yer vids! LOVE the tiramisu!!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Thank you! I appreciate the support!

[@GoranMak]

Rockin Robin's Cooking Mexican Recipes Yer most welcome! Check out my YT page if ya have time! xo

[@Diana-xm1dm]

I omit the garlic and add 1/2 bell pepper cut in two smaller pieces I guess two quarters of a bell pepper.

[@mcbooker14]

These mexican food videos are great. I live in Norway, but I grew up in New Mexico. I couldn't have my favorite food without Robin! THANKS!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Hi Mac, I appreciate that comment! Glad you are enjoying my Mexican recipes!

[@avarey8411]

I was brought up Mexican Amercian and most of the time ladies put onion, a little cilantro and always a piece of pork in the beans while they boil. We were TexMex.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Hi Ava, there is just an endless number of ways to make beans! Thanks for watching!

[@bitchy_bitch5909]

Ava Rey I was in Tijuana at my favorite café; all the ladies that worked in the kitchen showed me how to make beans so they will never give you gas. They used a 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda; i tried doing the same thing after getting back home, i just can't make beans that way. Mexican cooking is best done by Mexican hands, i am only a gringa. 😕

[@katewolfert7823]

You are the best! Can't believe I didn't LIKE this before. Been making these beans for months now. Everyone raves over them. You give such good instructions too. Thanks so much!!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Kate Wolfert Thank you so much Kate! If you are inclined, you can help me out by sharing this recipe on pinterest, and facebook. Enjoy the recipes and thanks for stopping by!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

You know I haven't but that could be an interesting addition. I may have to try it sometime. Keep the questions coming!

[@MrChristopherOlivero]

I have been using this recipe for a few years now and it is by far the best (the flavor is amazing). This is what I call a 50/50 recipe. The first 50% of the time, you can walk away but the second 50% of the time you need to keep your eye on it. After you add the additional ingredients (about halfway through) you really have to watch the water level or you will burn the beans (which is a waste of beans and most importantly time). Thanks Rockin Robin, you are the “Bean Queen”! #YUM

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Thank you Christopher! I appreciate the testimonial! Sounds like you really get how to make these beans flavorful! I've never been called "Bean Queen" before but I like it! Have you seen my latest experiment with flavor in my current refried beans recipe? You must check it out if you haven't. It will give you something to play with. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmSbY413gNVjoM0

[@MrChristopherOlivero]

YAY! Thank you Robin....I will most certainly try this one over the weekend! :-)

[@Sick_and_Tired850]

If you soak your beans in a pot full of water the night before then cook them....cuts cooking time in half plus you won't have gas... also you fry up a bit of salt bacon add beans a couple teaspoons of flour and mash.....awesome!! That's how we grew up making em :)

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Frank Guadiana Thanks for sharing your tips Frank!

[@yamilleblasquez6922]

Flour? White are You from?

[@robbyrod28]

This whole time i bean pre soaking my beans and then i came across this video on how to make beans. Thank you. My beans came out very good, even though i used olive oil because that is all i had they still came out better then ever. Thank you for the recipe!

[@namitanafri9458]

I recommend soaking the beans overnight and pressure cook it. The same consistency can be achieved within 30-45 minutes instead of cooking it on for 3 hours. It will save gas as well as time.

[@gogadgo]

Soaking overnight is not required with a pressure cooker. Salt onion water and beans for 40 minutes on high pressure and you're good to go.

[@MadlyinLovewithJesus-1953]

@@gogadgo Soaking overnight is beneficial for getting rid of some of the "musical roots" factor. You rinse and drain the beans and put new water in before cooking. And if you want to make them almost "fort-free," you bring to a boil and let boil for 10 minutes and then drain the water out AGAIN, and begin again with fresh water.

[@maverickxt]

soaking over night is not required no matter how you cook them

[@shirin8609]

@@maverickxt Soaking is necessary to get rid of a majority of the oligosaccharides that make you fart.

[@suburbanfarms]

that's a myth

[@LakshmiCanteen]

I made this so many times. They turned out very good each time. I just soaked them for few hours and then cooked them in a pressure cooker to cut down the cooking time :)

[@wotmot223]

Light olive oil doesn't have as strong a taste, I use that. Love your recipe. The only thing I did different was a bit of red pepper flakes and black pepper.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Thanks for stopping by Richard. Your ideas will work well.

[@afa6361]

Adding sour cream is also interesting. Be creative ;)

[@guynorth3277]

I been basically using nothing but olive oil for years and never taste a strong flavor.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Thanks for sharing your technique with us.

[@Katharsis04]

If you see a bean that is floating just take it out because its not behaving like the other 🙄 am I the only one that felt bad for the floating beans ?

[@CelticBadBoyPoet7]

So Many Random Floating Beans, so Little Time :)P.......

[@eugeniolopez8539]

Amanda Santana The floating bean. It doesn't want to drown like the other. Hip hip hurray, hip hip hurt at, for the floating bean: )

[@yvonnegunter7061]

No u not, I seen it too. Also when she was pouring the beans out on the counter the first thing I seen was a dirt ball.

[@silverismybitchbackupthetr6812]

Amanda Santana I’d have to say........yes...the only one

[@subliminalpain]

I call them floater is a NYC joke. I take them out.

[@1057FarmWife]

I have to thank you for this video! I have made countless batches of mediocre refried beans, pale in color, short on taste. But not anymore! Your method produces the best ever refried beans, a deep rich color and restaurant quality taste. No more expensive dehydrated refried beans around here! (canned refried beans remind me of dog food) I make big batches of these and put some in the freezer. Thank you so much!

[@mikemalcom2112]

So you boil them for two hours in water then add garlic, salt, oil and boil them an additional 1.5 hours? Or was that added halfway during the 2 hr boiling process?

[@123NiceBe]

I LOVE to cook and my favourite food is Mexican food. I have moved to the UK from California. The UK does not have the proper refried beans or enchilada sauce. (or anything relating to real Mexican food really.) Everything is El Paso or has corn in it. Blechk! I am now going to be making everything from scratch. I must say you have the best recipes on youtube. You are great to watch. You are very thorough, without a lot of steps. I can't wait to get started. ;)

[@smasica]

I usually soak my beans overnight and add chili powder and cumin when cooking them.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+Stephan Masica Sounds good Stephan! Thanks for stopping by!

[@marianawhitaker7001]

Tremolux Man love me some cumin.

[@helyce5303]

I love cumin too 😆

[@CorgiCorner]

@@helyce5303 bro... ;)

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Thanks for the tip! And yes I've also cooked beans that way to speed up the process. Have a great day!

[@mrinalgupta777]

You can use a pressure cooker to do work faster (only 15 to 20 min)

[@susandavis3544]

I'm new to your channel. I've always wanted to learn how to cook Mexican food, but have been afraid because I didn't have anyone to help me put flavors together. Your videos have really helped give me the confidence to dive in and get cooking Mexican. Thank you, Robin.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Hi Susan, let me officially welcome you to my channel! I hope you will browse around and try a bunch of my recipes. Glad to help you out with the Mexican recipes for sure!

[@ilangarcia5019]

I am Hispanic, and I have never, ever seen them done this way!!!!!!!!! You want to make beans with boiling water first!!!!!!!! Wash them with hot water first, and soak them for about half an hour or so, and then put the beans in the hot water. This makes the beans come out lighter and delicious. The way you want to fry your beans is totally different. You have to warm up your frying pan, make sure the oil is hot so the beans will have flavor and then start to see them fry when you put them in, and then start to smash the beans and you will taste and see how delicious they are. No cold water!!!

[@ilangarcia5019]

You're welcome :-)

[@angelmabery]

I also add onion and jalapeño to my oil before I fry my beans,sooooo good😊

[@JeWelZeE100]

ilan garcia , I agree. Cold water causes them to split.

[@nuttybar9]

Did you flavor yours because hers seems kind of bland sounding.

[@nasirb3914]

I'm Hispanic too and... who gives a shit! Everyone cooks differently, you moron. It doesn't mean it's wrong. Scram.

[@puffalump76]

i love this woman and her recipes.she gots tons of delicious recipes. i have tried many and trust me she is among the best on here.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+puffalump76 Thank you! I appreciate the vote of support! Means a lot.

[@troypeterson1741]

Use bacon for great flavor

[@paulinavegas41]

Robin, I just made the refried. Oh my goodness they are the best. The bad thing about the recipe is that my husband will expect them all the time! He's crazy for Mexican food. Thank you again for sharing. Paulina

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Hi Paulina, so glad to hear you and your hubby love the beans! Thanks you for your comments! Have you tried any other recipes?

[@olivastac21]

Try using bacon fat if you want a smoked flavor.

[@user-ku1iy5fk4v]

GodBlessNYC God made pigs so that we could eat them not to have them around as pets..lol.

[@CelticBadBoyPoet7]

That Settles it LOL, I'm Gonna Marry a Pig & Keep Her Busy Cooking Refried Beans Using Rockin Robins Recipe! An When i Grow Weary of The Annoying Oinking & Stench She Shall be Bacon!!! :)P.......

[@conishkee]

@@CelticBadBoyPoet7 WHAT?? Good grief!

[@kelleynecoechea3613]

Robin you really do rock. Mexican food is my specialty. I get rave reviews for my spanish rice, pesole, albondigas, rellenos, enchiladas, etc..., but I have tried for a decade to make beans and they were always bland. I have been making your version for well over a year and have made them probably 10 or more times and they are always perfect. I can't thank you enough. My entire family devours them, including a grandson that doesn't like anything. I do add a tsp or so of hot chile powder that I order fron New Mexico. I am so glad I found your recipe!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Kelley Necoechea Thank you Kelly, glad you and your family are enjoying my recipes. I hope you will share. Give my best to your family!

[@vivekmurthy3876]

will soaking the beans overnight cut down on the cooking time?

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Yes probably save about an hour.

[@vivekmurthy3876]

Thx

[@RockinRobinCooks]

You are welcome!

[@virginiawilson3071]

Vivek Murthy the best

[@joycescarbrough629]

Vivek Murthy cuts it in half

[@HisGlory768]

I have made your recipe!! I got great reviews and it really is the best recipe for refried beans I have EVER made!!! Thank you!!!!

[@bobayala9376]

Enjoyed your video, however traditionally refried beans are made with lard which makes them taste totally awesome

[@edithdlp5262]

Yes, but these are healthier.

[@do_notknow_much]

bacon, salt pork, fresh rendered lard, etc. Never use the shelf stable lard for beans!! gives it a lousy flavor, does not provide any good pork flavor at all.

[@maryrussell346]

I made this super easy recipe a few years ago. I added some bacon fat to them and took them to a pot luck at work. I got a lot of compliments on them and there were no left overs! I'm glad I rediscovered this recipe and I'm making them tomorrow. Thanks, Robin 😃

[@marygurule1906]

Use bacon fat and the taste is out of this world yummmmmmy

[@RockinRobinCooks]

nick gurule Hi Nick, you are right about bacon grease. It does taste great!

[@Malachishouse]

+nick gurule Is there anything you can add as a substitute for bacon???

[@rift0tripper]

+Malachi's House I think they have this artificial "Chorizo" that isnt made with meat. Maybe something like that instead of bacon. Because i cant think from the top of my head anything that can be used to substitute bacon grease. By the way Chorizo in beans is delicious in my opinion.

[@Malachishouse]

rift0tripper

[@heykidschultz2225]

If you are avoiding the bacon because it is pork then I would suggest trying turkey bacon. If you just want the smoke flavor with out the meat then I would suggest using a little bit of smoke flavoring. I know that neither one of these suggestions are traditional but they are only suggestions.

[@barrysinclair7984]

I made black bean refried beans yesterday, using 2 rather large onions, minced garlic, and a half pound of Serrano peppers, roughly chopped up, then once the beans were fully cooked, hit the pot with an immersion blender and they turned fantastic, will be using them on quesidillas

[@fmm10970]

true refried beans use bacon fat or lard

[@charleswilson4598]

Please describe "true" refried beans. Thank you.

[@cocolu815]

made by a mexican

[@MrFusho]

True, but not everyone cooks that much bacon or knows to keep bacon for other cooking these days. Also it's totally acceptable to use any pork fat. Some would say goat fat as well. A real mexican uses whatever they can get their hands on to make their food. If corn oil is what she has, then she's making some refried beans as true as she can.

[@swicheroo1]

But these were not refried. These were beans. After you boil the beans for breakfast, you fry them for lunch. And after your lunch fry, you fry them for dinner. Thus the cycle. Hence, the name.

[@puffalump76]

Dianna P thats a bigoted comment Anyone can make refried beans ,and this woman knows her food regardless of heritage .

[@megrossilli2445]

I'm making these today! I'm married to an Italian, but mexican food is my FAVORITE! I've always wanted to master cooking it, so I'm starting with refried beans! I MAY use chicken stock and add an onion....thanks Robin, I like yer style....

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Hi Meg, Give these beans a try and let me know how they turned out for you! I appreciate your comment! Thanks!

[@dalex60]

There's nothing "refried" about these beans... If you want another level of flavor, heat a deep skillet with some corn oil, when hot, add some chili powder and small diced white onions, cook until onions are soft, then add your cooked beans. Now you can call them "refried"...

[@Andres-wh3cz]

+dalex60 Thanks for that tip! I've made many bean dishes refried, but the onions and chili powder are an excellent idea.

[@angelmabery]

That's how I do mine as well,this is kind of strange😕

[@diannaa6189]

dalex60 absolutely.

[@johnny-bracer6515]

+Buddysimo Simonetta .....i agree, keep adding stuff and it keeps getting more like making a pot of chili instead of good simple refried-beans

[@do_notknow_much]

When boiling the beans, have salt, baking soda, onion, garlic, chile pepper, some bacon, etc. right from the beginning. Gives the broth great flavor. Then finish off with the second mashing/cooking.

[@PaulMichaels2010]

I'm so glad I found your video. I am currently soaking pinto and black beans (separately). I have made refried black beans in the past, because the store didn't have pinto beans for ages. They were very nice. I'm trying to save money and reduce my intake of red meat, so now I can cook up a batch of both pinto and black refried beans and use them a couple days per week. I like to soak my beans overnight to reduce cooking times. Looking forward to trying your method.

[@katcaller8855]

I think I'll stick to buying canned beans... The rocks scared me 😳

[@maudiepoot1]

+Kat Caller As far as I know those are dirt dried not rocks...they melt in water.. people just call them rocks.

[@sheilagray3914]

+Kat Caller Believe it or not, there is dirt and rocks in the canned beans as well. The difference is that they make them by the ton, so they do not take the time to hand pick them out. You may not see them because by the time they are done, they may have dissolved. Occasionally, people do find small rocks, dirt, bugs, etc., in canned beans. Sounds disgusting, but the Food and Drug Administration says that a certain amount of contamination is unavoidable in commercial food processing, so it allows for a small amount of "filth" before taking action. You might want to rethink those beans.

[@risafey]

+Kat Caller You can go through each bean one-by-one. My mother used to do this. It's good to do if you don't trust yourself with quick handful-glances, like me, haha. This way you get to control everything that gets put inside your beans, including the salt.

[@k1dub1]

sometimes I shake my beans in a colander that has holes that are not as big as the bean itself. That allows the little Pebbles and dirt to fall through but not the bean itself. It seriously takes less than 30 seconds

[@Zodija]

In other words, you trust the cleanliness and integrity of your food to a commercial establishment rather than your own kitchen? Interesting. You do realize they have to separate out the rocks, too, don't you?

[@briancox7875]

Robin, I tried your refried beans recipe today and it was awesome. I can't believe how long it takes to cook them, but it was worth the effort. They were really good. Cheers for the video and your instruction.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Hi Brian, glad you enjoyed my refried beans! It does take a long time to make them but it is worth the wait. I always make a big batch! Have you tried other videos of mine as well as this one? If not, I hope you will! Thanks for stopping by to comment!

[@briancox7875]

Hi Robin, No, I have not tried any other recipes yet, but I plan on doing so. Next one I'd like to try would be one on your enchiladas and enchilada sauce. Also, I plan on trying your tortillas in the next week or so. As I side note, the following day after having tried your recipe, I asked my next door neighbor if he would like a plate of your beans with some Mexican rice that I had made. I pulled it out of the fridge, re-heated it in a double boiler and gave it to him with a sour cream topping on the beans. He absolutely loved it. I gave him a large portion of both and he ate every last bit of it - said it was fabulous. Again, I thank you for the video and I've subscribed to your channel and will continue to try your amazing recipes. You're a very good teacher. Question: do you run your own restaurant or food truck? If so, what is its name and where is it located? Cheers, Brian

[@John-iv2oz]

What, no bacon fat, heathen!

[@husky500cr]

That is real old school. My grandpa made them that way.

[@sidneyaarmstrong]

LOL John, I used to go to my best friends house because her mom cooked the beans with bacon fat. My mom, only made (and still does) frijoles de olla.

[@stevamolinaro1911]

I made this recipe yesterday and they were delicious. I threw in a couple strips of bacon after I seasoned them and then removed the bacon after a while and it added a really nice flavor. We had a lot of beans left over so I used my foodsaver and packed the beans in a couple of bags and put them in the freezer. Now I have beans ready when I need them. Thank you for your videos and recipes! Do you have a recipe for Mexican pork asado or chile colorado?

[@Viajealduende]

I don't get people that show how to make homemade by "scratch" videos and use garlic powder. Use real garlic and nothing canned or you've lost me. Plus there's nothing "refried" about those beans. Sorry.

[@AlexZander688]

+Josh Swartzberg Ah piss on the food snobbery, elitist b.s. With most recipes, I prefer to use fresh garlic or onion. And for beans, I like to use rendered pork fat or bacon fat. However, I'm not a food snob, so I am not going to knock someone if they prefer to use some garlic powder and vegetable oil. And there is nothing wrong with using powder items in certain recipes. And there are many items that are excellent canned. I use San Marzano tomatoes in a can and they are excellent. If you want to be a food snob, self righteous food elitist, more power to you. But be careful walking around with your nose stuck up in the air like that, you will start walking into a lot of walls.

[@Viajealduende]

***** You missed the point buddy. If it's going to b scratch then it should be just that. I use garlic powder and canned goods often but if I want to do it 100% homemade, find a recipe that's not I'm free to comment about it. Probably shouldn't have as she seems like a very nice lady and probably a good cook. My apologies to her. However you're comment to me is equally if not more snobbish than mine, arrogant and even a dash of threatening. It' s beans, not politics!

[@khricket]

Garlic powder can be handmade.

[@LoneRevD]

They wouldn't bother in mexican food, least down here in the southwest they sure don't, beans lard, salt and they would definitely use powdered garlic (not garlic salt) but if one wanted, so it mixed in well one could easily use garlic turned into a paste with the side of the knife and some sea salt..

[@do_notknow_much]

...Normally I use fresh garlic, onion. But there is nothing wrong with using 'dried' ingredients. ...Humans developed the process of drying foods, curing foods and canning/jarring ages ago. Fresh ingredients were not always available year round. So to have some flavor and to be able to survive the winter/leaner months, those processes became necessary. ...I make chile con carne with beans using dried red chile powder, dried garlic, onion, comino, paprika, etc. Turns out great and very tasty. ...I have also made the dish using fresh red chile/or chile pods rehydrated, fresh onion, garlic, etc. It turns out great. ...Most of the time I use a combination of dried red chile powder, comino, paprika and fresh onion, garlic. It turns out great. ...Yes, I know in today's world because of world-wide transportation and logistics fresh ingredients can usually be found in markets all year round. But tasty meals can still be made using dried ingredients.

[@thecrazyvato4123]

Thank you Robin. I truely did not know that. now i going to make my own homemade beans. thanks again

[@dorothymooney9]

I have come to depend on Rockin' Robin for a lot of my Mexican recipes. She's the greatest and her techniques are very easy to follow. Keep doing what you do. I love it!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Dorothy Mooney You are so sweet Dorothy! I'm glad you are enjoying my recipes. Do me a favor and tell everyone you know! Have a great day Dorothy!

[@lucyluvn]

Rockin Robin Thank you so much! I also do my beans like this but I will chop an onion, 2-3 cloves garlic minced and chop some bacon and put half the onion and bacon in the first half of the boiling time then I will season and add remaining onion, bacon and garlic and finish cooking. My friend likes to add Green Onions to hers and Cheese. Thanks For ALL THE GREAT RECIPES!!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

You are welcome Lucille! I like how you improvise with some of those ingredients to make it your own! I hope you will share my channel and help spread the word! Have a great week!

[@abc123xyz-q2p]

Thanks for this. I love refried beans.

[@EigilMus88]

Wonderful recipe! Have been looking for the Right refried beans recipe. A tip for those who like them the L.A resturant way like me, ad 1 1/2 tsp. Salt, 2 tbls. Bacon grease instead of the Oil and only ad 1/2 tsp. Garlic powder or none at All.

[@sherriwilliams6963]

I didn't realize how easy it was to make refried beans.... Thank you

[@samanthabanda3210]

I am obsessed with watching all your videos!! I just cooked the enchilada casserole lastnight and it came out AMAZING!!! I'm definatley making beans and chips tonight! I'm so excited lol Thank you sooo much:)

[@RockinRobinCooks]

You are very welcome Samantha! I hope you will share my videos and recipes with your friends on social media. It really helps my channel grow. Thanks so much!

[@RebeccaRivera61]

those look good. pretty easy to make. will try them soon. thanks.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+RebeccaRivera61 You are welcome Rebecca! Hope you enjoy the beans. Let me know!

[@jenniferanderson9690]

I made these for my family and they were sooo much better then canned beans. not hard at all to make either. very yummy thank you Rockin Robin

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Glad to hear it Jennifer! Pretty darn easy to make right? Happy New Year!

[@2sexy4myshooz]

Wow. Very simple. I ll try this out on my bulk diet

[@noviceprepper5397]

it looks delicious, thanks Robin

[@gksboo]

Looks yummy gonna try today...

[@Larry-un2xd]

I haven't seen your show in almost two years and I have missed you, and your cooking. It is good to see you again.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+Larry Jones Glad you are back Larry! Keep on cooking and trying more of my recipes!

[@dots1r]

About to go giv it a try!!! Looks so good!

[@oma15]

never made beans myself. always liked them when I had them in chili or refried on rare occasions. trying myself tonight. Thanks for the upload!!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

oma15 You are welcome! Hope you try these!

[@TheKim9231598]

I love this recipe, I have been making refried beans for 20 years and this is the best recipe!!

[@CANDYZANE69]

I had made enchilada's the day before, and I had cooked my corn tortilla's in Canola oil to soften them before I used them in my recipe. Anyway, I had about 1 cup of oil left with the flavor of corn tortilla in it. I used this oil the the next day when I made beans. Wow the flavor of the beans was just what I get at the restaurants! I am so happy I did this. Usually I use Manteca. I was proud of my beans that day!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+Candace Vaillette There you go Candace! Nice job!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

You are welcome! Thanks for stopping by!

[@lonabremer9884]

This Wisconsin cook used your recipe for the refried beans and taco seasoning when my nephew and his Mexican American fiancee came to visit. Also made homemade corn tortillas. Was a hit!! Thankyou!

[@Gohot229]

Robin, thanks. An old Mexican woman told me once when I complemented the flavor, that she would use a cube of butter. I guess instead of the oil. It had that authentico Mexican refried bean flavor. Great Video Robin.

[@colleenreed7829]

I appreciate how you explain the little things, like-sort the beans for rocks. I never knew to do that till now.

[@followthesloths]

These are the best refried beans I've ever tasted, Robin! I'm back watching this video as I make yet another batch!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

I'm glad you are enjoying the refried beans. Have you tried my latest version? Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmSbY413gNVjoM0 It's just another approach to making them. Thanks for your feedback! Have a great day!

[@followthesloths]

I haven't yet! I will go check it out now. Thank you!

[@celticsarebest]

I made your recipe.Came out good.Its the standard.I added fresh onions and garlic to the leftovers and it tasted better.I saw another recipe where you ad Mexican sausage and cooking the beans in stock made from boiling a pig hock.I bet that would taste really great.

[@rwwhite3876]

I made beans using your recipe today and they turned out yummy. I just found your channel so I will be trying more of your recipes.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Glad to hear you enjoyed my refried beans recipe! Thank you for letting me know.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Hi fjd, You are welcome. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

[@durgapenmetsa6080]

it looks good. i like it. i am going to cook now. thank u

[@RockinRobinCooks]

I just made this last night and used canola oil. Let me know how you like it!

[@actuallowroller]

Great recipe Robin! Thanks.

[@helloitsmeivebeenwondering2963]

I made this recipe and the beans were real good! Everyone loved them!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

I'm glad everyone in your group loved them! Thanks for letting me know!

[@ScottWilliamson]

The musical fruit, beans. TY for sharing.

[@rickeyauthement7253]

Wow I just made these beans from a jar of Pinto beans I canned last year and they were delicious! I really enjoy making the Focaccia bread had an awesome flavor with the refried beans and pulled pork I cooked.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Rickey Authement Rickey, thanks for taking the time to comment. Glad you are enjoying the recipes!

[@TheFlightSimFreak]

This recipe looks very promising. Thanks Robin, I will try it this weekend.

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Hi Leo, I hope the beans turned out for you! Let me know.

[@smikey7]

Am making some right now. Thanks for showing

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+Michael Florez You bet Michael! Hope you enjoy the beans!

[@everydaylifeisbeautiful3220]

Thank you, Robin for sharing with us. #Simple directions

[@RockinRobinCooks]

You are so welcome!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

That's an excellent idea you have there Octavio. Thanks for sharing.

[@joeym6730]

Awesome video! Thank you for sharing!!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+Joey M Thanks Joey! You are welcome!

[@samuelduran1329]

very nice video, learn alot from. keep the good work.

[@kimberlysmith3790]

You are a very good teacher, So glad I found you. Thanks for all your help

[@MattManProductions]

i do something similar to this cooking process as i cook my bean's, but when it comes to the oil i use rendered pork fat mixed with a little bacon fat. and i use a hot cast iron skillet and slowly add the beans and the water from the beans as i cook them to give them a more of a "FRIED" taste and texture to the beans. nothing is better then the taste of the pork and bacon fat, gives it the one step kick to the end product. i love the video and keep up the great work

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Thanks Matt! I like hearing how you do your beans. Thanks for sharing!

[@MattManProductions]

no thank you for showing us your beans :-) mine was shown to me as a kid when i would watch my grandmother cook fresh tortillas and beans and how the house would smell so yummy you would be drooling from the smell. so keep up the great work and glad to see how you do your cooking. :-) and we share almost the same recipe

[@CarlosGonzales-wm8xx]

Looks really good!

[@sheilagray3914]

I could not believe that you could actually boil beans, especially without soaking them, and they would get done. I tried it and it did work well. Thank you. I still soak my beans overnight, but I boil them too. Great recipe!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

+Sheila Gray Hi Sheila, yes it can be done. I also soak my beans now. It makes them easier to digest and it shortens the cooking time. Thanks for stopping by!

[@RockinRobinCooks]

Great! You are welcome!