Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 500g (1lb) dried pinto beans
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 5ml (1 tsp) chilli powder
  • 5ml (1 tsp) cumin
  • 60ml (4 tbsp) vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instruction

  • Soak the bean overnight.
  • Bring to a boil and let the beans simmer gently until soft, then drain.
  • In a large saucepan, fry the onions and garlic in the oil until softened.
  • Add the beans to the onions and smash the mixture with a potato masher to your desired texture. Use water if the mixture is too dry. Add a little at a time until you’re done.