Black Bean Soup (Sopa de Frijoles) Recipe

Name: Black Bean Soup (Sopa de Frijoles)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds black turtle beans; 1 1/2 ounces olive oil; 8 ounces onion small diced; 4 garlic cloves chopped; 2 ounces jalapeno or other fresh green chile, chopped; 4 tablespoons paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1 bay leaf; 5 quarts white stock, vegetable stock, or water; 1 pounds drained canned tomatoes chopped; Salt; Hot pepper sauce; 8 ounces avocado, medium diced, for garnish; 8 ounces Spanish dry chorizo medium diced, for garnish; 8 ounces tomatoes, medium diced for, garnish; This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions …

Servings: persons

2 pounds black turtle beans
1 1/2 ounces olive oil
8 ounces onion small diced
4 garlic cloves chopped
2 ounces jalapeno or other fresh green chile, chopped
4 tablespoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 bay leaf
5 quarts white stock, vegetable stock, or water
1 pounds drained canned tomatoes chopped
Salt
Hot pepper sauce
8 ounces avocado, medium diced, for garnish
8 ounces Spanish dry chorizo medium diced, for garnish
8 ounces tomatoes, medium diced for, garnish
This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

1
Soak the beans overnight in cold water.
2
Heat the olive oil in a heavy soup pot over moderate heat.
3
Add the onions, garlic, and jalapeno.
4
Cook over low heat until almost tender, then stir in the paprika, cumin, coriander, and bay leaf.
5
Add the stock or water.
6
Drain the soaked beans and add them to the pot.
7
Cover and simmer until the beans are just tender.
8
Add the tomatoes.
9
Continue to simmer until the beans are completely tender and the flavors are well blended, about 20 to 30 minutes.
10
Add salt and hot pepper sauce, to taste.
11
Carefully mix together the diced avocado, chorizo and tomato.
12
Garnish each portion of the soup with a spoonful of this mixture

641

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds black turtle beans, 1 1/2 ounces olive oil, 8 ounces onion small diced, 4 garlic cloves chopped, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Soup (Sopa de Frijoles) 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.

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Black Bean Soup (Sopa de Frijoles)

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