Black Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Black Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dried black beans; 4 cups chicken broth or 4 cups vegetable broth; 4 cups water; 2 medium yellow onions, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 3 tablespoons tamari; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; ½ teaspoon pepper; 1 cup chopped tomato (optional); 1 cup sour cream (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb dried black beans
4 cups chicken broth or 4 cups vegetable broth
4 cups water
2 medium yellow onions, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup olive oil
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3 tablespoons tamari
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped tomato (optional)
1 cup sour cream (optional)

1
Soak the beans overnight in enough water to cover generously.
2
Drain the beans and place in a large stockpot with the broth and the water.
3
Bring to a boil and then simmer over medium heat.
4
If a white or grey film appears on the top, skim it off.
5
In a medium skillet, cook the onions in the olive oil until they begin to turn golden brown.
6
Add the garlic and stir another minute.
7
Add the onions & garlic from the skillet, bay leaves and ginger to the beans.
8
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat.
9
Cover and simmer over low heat for 2 hours.
10
Stir in the tamari & vinegar and simmer for another 30 minutes.
11
Remove the bay leaves from the soup.
12
Remove one cup of beans from the soup to a bowl and mash with a fork or spoon.
13
Return these mashed beans to the soup and stir well to incorporate them.
14
Add the pepper to the soup and season to taste with salt, if necessary.
15
Serve with tomatoes and sour cream as optional garnishes.

972

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb dried black beans, 4 cups chicken broth or 4 cups vegetable broth, 4 cups water, 2 medium yellow onions, diced, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Black Bean Soup

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