Re fried Beans is a type of mashed beans, a staple of Mexican cuisine. Raw Pinto or Black beans are soaked overnight, cooked, mashed and fried with fat and seasoned. Mostly Pinto beans are used for this recipe which makes a great snacking dip for Nachos, stuffing for tacos and burritos, stuffing for chunky enchiladas or a simple accompaniment for Mexican style rice. Here comes the recipe for my Taco cradle.