refried beans

noun

UK /ˌriː.fraɪd ˈbiːnz/

US /ˌriː.fraɪd ˈbiːnz/

Refried beans are soft, mashed beans cooked in a pan.

We ate refried beans with rice and cheese for dinner.

SYNONYMS

mashed beans frijoles refritos bean paste cooked pinto beans

RELATED WORDS

burrito taco tortilla Mexican food pinto beans

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A thick bean side dish made by mashing cooked beans and frying them, often with oil or lard.

The restaurant serves refried beans topped with melted cheese.

3. A filling used in tacos, burritos, and tostadas.

She spread refried beans on a warm tortilla.

4. Beans that have been cooked, mashed, and then fried again.

The recipe calls for a can of refried beans.