Carribean Black Bean Soup (Vegetarian) Recipe

Name: Carribean Black Bean Soup (Vegetarian)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb black beans; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 red onion, chopped; 4 jalapenos, seeded and minced; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; ½ teaspoon allspice; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; 8 cups water; 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small pieces; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 bunch green onion, chopped; 1 cup cilantro, chopped; 2 limes

Servings: persons

1 lb black beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
4 jalapenos, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon allspice
½ teaspoon dried thyme
8 cups water
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1 cup cilantro, chopped
2 limes

1
In a large saucepot, heat olive oil over medium heat until hot.
2
Add onions and cook until tender.
3
Add jalapenos, garlic, allspice, thyme, and cook, stirring, for about 3 minutues.
4
Add beans and water; heat to boiling over high heat.
5
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer (about 1 hr or until desired temperature and consistency is reached).
6
Add sweet potatoes, brown sugar, salt; heat to boiling over high heat.
7
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until beans and sweet potatoes are tender, about 30 minute longer.
8
*Optional* 4.
9
Blend 1 cup of mixture and add back to saucepot.
10
(We did not do this and the soup was just fine the way it was!
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).
12
Stir in green onions and cilantro, serve and squeeze in the lime.
13
Oh so good!

440

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb black beans, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 red onion, chopped, 4 jalapenos, seeded and minced, and more.

Yes, Carribean Black Bean Soup (Vegetarian) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Carribean Black Bean Soup (Vegetarian)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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