Beer-braised refried beans with crunchy veg

Name: Beer-braised refried beans with crunchy veg
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 30 g unsalted butter or lard; 1 red onion, finely chopped; 2 large cloves garlic, crushed; 1 tbsp Bart Fajita Spice Blend; 1 fresh jalapeño chilli, deseeded and finely chopped (optional); 420 g cans black beans, drained and rinsed; 300 ml lager; 1 Cooks’ Ingredients Unwaxed Lime, juice; Finely sliced cucumber, to serve (optional); Radishes, to serve (optional); Cherry tomatoes, to serve (optional); 50 g feta, crumbled (or use Cheddar or mozzarella); Chipotle hot sauce (optional)

These easy beans make a great side dish to a Mexican feast, or as a hearty and delicious lunch or dinner on their own. Top them with any fresh veg you have in the fridge – chopped sugar snaps, celery, little gem or spring onions would also be great, and substitute Cheddar or mozzarella in for feta if you prefer.

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Serves2 as a main (4 as a side)
CourseMain meal
Prepare10 mins
Cook25 mins
Total time35 mins

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30g unsalted butter or lard
1 red onion, finely chopped
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
1 tbsp Bart Fajita Spice Blend
1 fresh jalapeño chilli, deseeded and finely chopped (optional)
2 x 420g cans black beans, drained and rinsed
300ml lager
1 Cooks’ Ingredients Unwaxed Lime, juice
Finely sliced cucumber, to serve (optional)
Radishes, to serve (optional)
Cherry tomatoes, to serve (optional)
50g feta, crumbled (or use Cheddar or mozzarella)
Chipotle hot sauce (optional)

Heat a large sauté pan over a medium heat and melt the butter or lard. Add most of the onion and fry for 8-10 minutes, stirring often, until softened and turning golden. Add the garlic, fajita mix and most of the chilli (if using), then fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the beans and lager, bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes until the liquid reduces and thickens. If liked, mash the beans roughly with a potato masher while they cook to thicken them up and become more creamy.
Once the beans are rich and thick, season to taste with lime juice and a generous pinch of salt. Transfer to a serving bowl or bowls, and garnish with the reserved onion and remaining chilli (if using), the raw vegetables such as cucumber, radish or cherry tomatoes and feta. Serve with a drizzle of chipotle sauce, if liked.

Cook’s tip

You can freeze the beans (without toppings), then defrost and reheat thoroughly with a little water to loosen them up. Any leftovers will keep in the fridge for 2 days.

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