Homemade Refried Beans | SAM THE COOKING GUY

[@christinagonzalez441]

I make refried beans at least a few times a week. I give you props for not using canned pinto beans. But I think there is something therapeutic about using the masher. Also if you dont have bacon fat you can use lard. I like to cook the bigger green onions in the lard then remove them then take some jalapenos and prick them with a fork and a whole clove of garlic and let them cook in the lard a little bit before adding the beans. Then i smash the garlic in with the beans. I like the jalapeno smashed in it as well but not everyone can handle the heat. So if you dont want all the heat you can remove jalapenos and serve them on the side with the green onions.

[@jakemitchell1671]

I've been cooking for 35 years, and I'm real old school, but I honestly don't see the advantage of cooking your own beans when these days some of the canned are of extremely high quality. I typically pour off most of the canned broth, sometimes even washing it all off. But I find the time saving very much worth whatever diffrence in flavor. Now, if I'm making pinto beans with salt pork or smoked ham/hamhock to serve as a side or over cornbread, then it's GOT to be from dried beans, simmered slowly all day. As for the masher and the refried beans: 100%, absolutely! Just cringe when I see people "whipping" them with motorized tools! lol.

[@shawnaraikum2567]

I like the heat too chris, thanks for putting that out...

[@thephotographicauditor6715]

Store the excess bacon grease in plastic ice cube trays in the freezer. When one is needed for cooking, just pop one out and add it to the pot.

[@hardtruth2039]

Soak the beans overnight and rinse before cooking. Learned this, while working in Mexico, from a beautiful abuela (grandmother) who was the best cook I’ve ever met. This is to help with gas and digestion plus they cook faster. Just a thought, luv ya Sam.

[@pacolopez7368]

Jesse Gonzalez clearly you are not getting the point mr. Gonzalez

[@johnday7362]

@@jesseg8298 I always soak the pinto beans. I don't know if it aids in digestion, I don't have three hours to allow dried pinto beans cook. Who had the time to cook anything for 3 hours? Also, I would suggest adding black pepper and garlic powder to the cooking means. About 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper per pound of dried beans.

[@timechangeseverybody3608]

No they don't. That doesn't do anything but take from the flavor! Don't help them cook faster either really! It's a waste if effort

[@deanafromchicago6661]

True. Almost all of us Latinos soak beans first because it removes the air in them that causes “farting”. 😁

[@elchicharron9503]

Always soak the beans. You'll never get the texture perfect from dried beans, they will be harder to digest, and soaking helps remove some of the anti-nutrients from grains and beans. Soaking is also very good for nuts. It's not just latinos, all traditional cultures that make heavy use of beans encourage soaking.

[@PoeLemic]

Thanks for sharing this. We made this recipe, because we weren't happy with our prior refried beans recipe. And, this, Sam, is the way to cook them. Perfect recipe.

[@magic1andonly]

Soooo important to have the beans properly cleaned in the beginning! Good work, amigo!

[@manoomunicnent1773]

Save some energy and soak for a few hours but add 1tsp of bicarbonate of soda. I put some to soak before going to work then add to some fine chopped sweated down onions with Cumin and white pepper and then salt after simmering for twenty minutes. The logic for salting at the end is salting early on hardens the beans. I do a simerler thing with chickpeas but they only need half the bicarbonate of soda.

[@rachelatkins2882]

Love that you added garlic and cumin. Thank you. Love your videos.

[@dotgale1431]

Soak the beans first always. Makes a more tender bean. Also if you add a teaspoon of dry ginger it will help beans be less gassy. This really works. It does not alter the flavor. We never actually cooked beans just to make refried beans, they were always leftover beans.

[@allthingsimportantpolitics3347]

refried beans are one of the most simplest but delicious foods on the planet, eat them every week.

[@avalonjustin]

Damn straight! They are inexpensive and fantastic.

[@ddeltres]

I.P first, 20 minutes, 30 after for natural release. I like your pan refrying method after.

[@Aj-nzkiwi]

Man your video production has come along way from here , loving the older recipes too

[@michaelmaurone4857]

I made these and they were Fantastic.....used small amount of cumin & garlic since it was first time ... will double amounts next time.....thanks...

[@roberthumphreys1316]

You're a good teacher, you speak my language. Your kitchen is way nicer than mine but I am able to follow your instructions and prepare a nice dish/meal. Thanks.

[@marylanddahl]

I love the red and black kitchen tiles. Very cool. The recipe looks pretty good.

[@marcpalacios2953]

I remember my neighbors grandma in Mexico had this huge pot with refried beans and He and I went to town with just beans and fresh flour tortillas. I’m gonna make this tonight.

[@saintinlower48]

I knew I came to the right video. I like to soak and rinse my beans for about 24 hours, at lest 12 hours...but then I plan to make these. Meat is so expensive now and I forgot how much I love refried beans!

[@Frameshaft]

Hey Sam, hello from Qc City! I used to work in a texmex rastaurant and I was the only staff that liked refried beans, we use to make em with kidney beans and actual bacon, we added cumin too (first vid I see where it's added), gonna cook up a batch this afternoon!

[@zalibecquerel3463]

If you taste them, you might think "something is missing". It's acid. I guess limes would be the go, but they're damn expensive where I am, so I use a tablespoon or two of vinegar, right at the end. Really does make a difference. Do try it.

[@etm567]

Yeah my mom had a tin container that had a little strainer in it and it said grease on it. And you kept it on the stove. This was in the south of course. I found a similar thing it doesn't say grease on it and it's taller but it has a strainer and you can pour hot grease into it.

[@Perki-lm6lb]

Made this with just pintos beans from an can and they are the best refried beans I’ve ever had 🥲

[@bradynix137]

Holy crap…I subscribed, googled refried beans and here we are.

[@Syrin23]

Let the beans soak in ice cold water overnight first. Turns out WAY better

[@dwaynewladyka577]

A phenomenal recipe. It will be colder in Canada soon, so that would warm someone right up.

[@mattwarrensocal]

A small refried beans from the local carniceria used to be $3 now it's almost $8. You can make this faster than waiting in line and ordering it.

[@deanafromchicago6661]

This is the exact way that I was taught to prep the beans... 🥰🙏 (the same with rice)

[@Adeline9418]

Have you discovered the electric pressure cooker? Do a video on them. Amazing appliance.

[@avalonjustin]

Frijoles Refritos are the bee's knees, man. Nice recipe. Slightly different than mine lol

[@armandopina8529]

when making a torta (mexican sabdwich) you put a shmear of refried beans on. pairs well with a milanesa torta. schmear of refried beans when making a chile relleno burrito.

[@thisizrad6669]

I already enjoyed your videos but now that u said ur from Canada i got so much more love for you. 🇨🇦 keep them coming. Show the world how to make poutine 😅

[@evonaagrochowski8006]

I am most certainly, in fact I am making them, this morning, a whole giant pot, full,..!

[@bmm7132]

They look delicious Sam 😊

[@jackthompson3982]

Love these simple quick recipes - Sam what's your opinion on using tinned beans that are already soaked?

[@wvcaver774]

I have never found stones in my beans ....dump and cook !!!!

[@_Linda_K]

"If you hate it, learn to like it!" :-) :-) :-)

[@marylanddahl]

Great recipe. But I am really in love with the red and black splashback tiles. They are so elegant. Where did you find them? I've been looking around and can't find them. Thank you

[@mgtowp.l.7756]

Canadian Here.. Which province of Canada did you come from?

[@CindysHomeKitchen]

Love refried beans Sam, always using them in my chicken tacos! Keep the amazing recipes going, always watching! :)

[@Channelisunderconstruction]

I clearly need a better garlic press 😭

[@cosmiclightning292]

Thank you brothers! I know, you know, that I mean it! Keep it real.

[@JayRossProductions]

wow when the videos were less than 10 minutes and the videography was a bit mediocre. …and it was all the inside kitchen. good times 👏 still love all the new stuff

[@reedaventurevlog]

I am making our Bisayan version of refried beans and excited to share it to my KZbin soon.

[@obas4427]

I love this guy

[@papillonone1417]

I have never found a stone in my beans, has anyone else?

[@rdgomez071]

“When I first came from Canada that was some nasty looking shit.” 😂😅🤣

[@blindmango69]

It's interesting I see that refried beans are on the Shelf here in Canada but I'm originally from the states. And most of the people that I know here in Canada have never had a refried beans even though they're on the shelves.

[@tuesdayk7605]

I came here because I was watching another video about cheesie cornpone & someone suggested that it goes well with refried beans.

[@jennny112446]

Can you use canned organic pinto beans, already cooked, or does it make a huge difference to cook the beans from scratch?

[@mattyo71]

So much better from scratch. Try it and taste the difference.

[@arthorim]

Soaking or not soaking legumes is OK phitates are destroyed almost 100% in the cooking process. What gives you gas is the lack of intestinal Flora which you have to build. You have to eat regularly to get use too. As an advice from a bean consumer, stick to one or two kinds of beans, because as you change the beans you will be gassy again lol.

[@gregoriusmaximus64]

A little surprised that you didn’t “Layer the flavor!”? The bacon fat, onions, garlic, fine, saute them.... BUT... COOK THE BEANS IN ALL OF THAT ONIONY GOODNESS!!!! Then..... you have EXTRA flavor! Even saute more onions, and bacon fat!!

[@GreggGartside]

Dude, you’re the best! 😂

[@timothymartinez4447]

We add refried beans into chorizo that's almost finished cooking. The flavors meld and... hello!

[@Cookingwithsteveg]

Sambro! Nice recipe! I’m sure you’ll never see this comment but maybe it can help your viewers. When making refried beans you should use a stainless steel pan, all clad aluminum pan or cast iron skillet. I was cringing at the thought of your hand held metal boat motor immersion blender scratching up the bottom of your nonstick Teflon pan! On my KZbin channel Vinyl Chef Steve I’m happy to share with you my Abuela’s family recipe for mind blowing frejoles de la olla that you can in turn use to make your refried beans. I still give you an A for effort! The biggest misconception is that we can’t make GREAT refried beans using canned pinto beans. I can do both, make amazing refried beans from canned pinto beans and homemade de la olla beans. I challenge you to try my recipe using Sun Vista pinto beans from the can to make absolutely amazing old school refried beans that are blow your mind delicious!

[@anitatinkle91]

You should try them with queso fresco. You have to find it in either Mexican groceries store and then cook your tortilla over the stove like for a second or two so it gets toasty. Best breakfast ever

[@pjstravino8303]

top with a little queso fresco

[@Djm9393]

Do you have a recipe on how to make Mexican rice bro?

[@fromra8569]

Beans are a super food. I eat them I am full the rest of the day.

[@PorkChopJones]

AHHH HAA! Sam's from Canada! I was thinking Minnesota, eh. lol

[@josephprocopio3462]

“Any hinky shit and you’ll be refrying beans with Pablo Escobar”- Paulie walnuts

[@deathonclickdoc8491]

Just started following but Man I am really amazed. Ive been looking for some next level recipes

[@scottyj6226]

Here's one for ya,.....I learned it from my cousin Johnny, who learned it from my cousin Dave,....if I remember correctly. Just take a stack of double stuffed Oreo cookies (4-5 or so) and place them in a tall drinking glass. Then pour in milk, (whatever kind you like.) just enough to cover them, then take a spoon and eat it like cereal. If that isn't a tasty desert for you, then I don't know what is.

[@sarahpalma9574]

Can you use something other than bacon grease?

[@rickreed123]

No, the universe will implode if you use any other fat.

[@TheDesertkat]

chili powder, chicken broth and jugo sauce, oo-mommy!

[@rickreed123]

I like to add some coriander and chili powder with the cumin.

[@kareeseboone6011]

If you ever have left over beef broth recommend cooking your beans in that mmhmm lol

[@reedaventurevlog]

I forgot to use our durable blender so I used the regular blender

[@BiodynamicGardner]

You're the best I love you!

[@gbrowski]

I'm gonna do this and add jalapenos with the garlic and onion.

[@scorpiocosmoo]

Why do your beans look normal brown color...mine always look gray or dark...I try quick cooking them and rinse the water 15 mins after they start boiling and the color looks better but still never this foxy reddish brown color

[@charliep4012]

A smoked ham hock in the beans while cooking would of gave them a nice smoky flavor.

[@jeanoffret6838]

He forgot to put Jalapeños in them. So Canadian.

[@kyfarm]

When he said he didn't have a cracker or a piece of bread in the house, I would have thought he was single but for the wedding ring. That's kind of more of a guy thing. :) (First time here so I don't know if that is a usual occurrence.)

[@shawnaraikum2567]

bacon fat or ghee / clarified-butter sam. for those who do not store like your momma bear in a can-under-the-sink...😂😂

[@Steelergeek69]

Big new fan! Why ?cuz as a Mexican u doing everything legit! the right way! New fan

[@samthecookingguy]

Gracias!

[@tmiller1003]

I like your t-shirts. I also like your humor. Ok, back to the video...

[@shawnmcdougal5649]

Been following you for about 6 months now. I have a request sir! I would love to see how you would make homade Ranch Dressing. Thank You!

[@carlosespinoza4375]

YES

[@mmedeuxchevaux]

@Whipporwill not from sam.

[@michaelc1063]

Bad ass kitchen

[@Angelofjusticia]

I was born and raised in México and at home we call them simply fried beans.. Now if you take what’s left for tomorrow and you fry them again, THAT’S Refried beans.

[@arthorim]

Nope u r wrong. Next day frijoles are recalentados. Re-fried beans doesn't mean fried twice but well fried.

[@mawlinzebra]

Refritos means Fritos asta la verg, not fried again.

[@tedschmitt178]

I have NEVER been able to get beans fully cooked in 2.5 hours. More like 6 hours, or use a pressure cooker.

[@elchicharron9503]

Soak them overnight first.

[@rickreed123]

Use fresh beans, and add salt after they soften, …. and soak over night.

[@kaushiknrao.95]

Why don't you use pressure cooker for cooking the beans? It'll be done in 30mins instead of spending 2hrs on gas. Much effecient way of cooking.

[@grenier70]

Lol .. shite! Honestly you crack me up. 👍👍

[@GreenWitch1]

You need to use lard

[@abulahab6528]

Let me get this straight... A Canadian Jew eating bacon, frying with bacon fat. Mind blown.

[@yolars69]

Add some bacon to those onions.. Will try this soon.

[@vongtaynhanaikptt6066]

So yummy hi friend.

[@frankcali3647]

Should I make, meatloaf with dog shit and cheese or vomit with macaroni???

[@bradchoi9679]

Silly question: Why are they called "RE-fried" beans. You only fry them once.

[@wardhagaman3139]

Actually I saw one translation that retried actually means “well fried”.

[@arthorim]

Yeah in Spanish RE before a word means twice or well done. Examples are:" te voy a rechingar" meaning : I'll punish you very well. not twice lol

[@christopherluvspeter666]

Adding cumin to beans is a no no.

[@neilmichaels1761]

I have loved the channel for years. Great recipes! I have used many. But that kitchen looks very expensive and its very ugly. Its a really dark space and the backsplash is way to busy and doesn't mesh with the cabinets at all. Total clash. This is why it pays to hire a designer. Lets hope this was Sam's wife and not Sam.

[@SweetNovember000]

where's Lynn (don't know if this is how you spell his name)??

[@nickaguilar5398]

Awesome video!

[@beedee9534]

Cummin a nono Onion to much just a tablespoon add garlic bacon grease awesome or butter lard they sell it put beans and do what he does gooood stuff

[@beedee9534]

Correct Cummin is grose

[@gulfbreeze76]

Sam keeps it real. Tests the beans with the plastic spoon, 2 minutes later stirring the pot with the same spoon. Love his true passion for food.

[@alechamid235]

No cheese 🧀🤪

[@johnnybgood7870]

Fuck no chipola!! No cheese!! No brown pepper!! No coriander!! Thats look plan I'll pass on it! Oh steam cooker cooks um in 9-12 mins perfect!!

[@teddipenland5506]

Don't spill the beans.

[@razorfingers]

Dude used no jalapeno and very little bacon fat and salt.

[@ibrahimabdoullah5906]

What can I do instead of bacon fat

[@spicerack4397]

Use lard as your fat. It is the authentic fat to use making refried beans. Personally, bacon fat is too smokey and takes away the authenticity of the refried beans...it's more gringo, but it still tastes good. Living in Ft. Worth, we smoke a lot of meats, especially brisket. A sprinkling of Cotija cheese or Queso Fresco cheese should be used for finishing off these real deal beans. Fresh flour tortillas from a Mexican market would be a good find. They are better than supermarket tortillas. After all this trouble of making from scratch, go get lard from the supermarket. It's so worth it. I don't consider vegetable oil an alternative, after spending 4 or 5 hours cooking them. My husband makes a big pot of beans every other Sunday.

[@furatal-samaraie3884]

Little baby stones...

[@johnnywest5445]

Soak your beans people. Our ancestors didn't soak them overnight because they enjoyed it or had nothing better to do. You don't soak them for texture or flavor, you soak them to make them healthy and nutritious to eat.

[@LogTheWeirdo]

Creepy Kevin Spacey vibes…

[@joemcnicholas89]

im british wtf are refried beans

[@johnalexwallwall]

Watch the video then you Brit