Mexican Cuisine

Refried Bean Tacos

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Quick refried bean tacos, costed to the penny. Creamy spiced beans piled into warm tortillas with cheese and crunchy lettuce, a cheap meat-free feast.

Prep 10 mins
Cook 15 mins
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Per serving £1.45

Approx £5.80 total based on typical supermarket prices in GB. See yours

S by Steven Tobin · Published 6 Jul 2026
Refried Bean Tacos

The recipe

Instructions

  1. 1
    Soften the chopped onion in the oil for 5 minutes, then add the garlic, cumin and paprika and cook for 1 minute.
  2. 2
    Tip in the drained borlotti beans with a splash of water and mash to a rough, creamy paste, cooking for 5 minutes.
  3. 3
    Season the beans well and warm the tortillas in a dry pan.
  4. 4
    Spoon the beans into each tortilla and top with grated cheese and shredded lettuce.
  5. 5
    Fold up and serve straight away while warm.

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About Steven Tobin

Steven is the founder, recipe developer, and chief washer-upper at Budget Dinner Recipes. A passionate home cook from a big foodie family, he's spent years collecting and perfecting recipes from across the world — from Malaysian laksas and Kenyan curries to weeknight British classics. Family meals are at the heart of e…

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