What Can You Add To Refried Beans. If you add it early, the beans will be tough. Refried beans are the fourth monterey in this rich and hearty recipe and lend a creamy texture and depth of flavor to the dish, making it seem like you simmered the chili all day.

You can always add more after tasting the refried black beans in the final step during mashing. Use fresh water and proceed with recipe. If using canned beans, you won't need to add salt as there is plenty in the beans already.