Curried Black Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Curried Black Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons unsalted butter; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, peeled and cut into small dice; 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into small dice; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 cup black beans, soaked overnight and drained; 10 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, peeled and cut into small dice
1 large carrot, peeled and cut into small dice
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 cup black beans, soaked overnight and drained
10 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

1
Heat the butter and olive oil in a large saucepan over low heat.
2
Add the onion and carrot and cook until soft, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
3
Stir in the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
4
Stir in the curry powder and coriander and cook for 2 minutes longer.
5
Add the beans and chicken broth and bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat so the liquid simmers and cook until the beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
7
Remove half of the beans from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside.
8
Place the remaining beans with their liquid in a food processor and process until smooth.
9
Stir the puree into the reserved beans.
10
Stir in the salt and pepper.
11
Ladle the soup among 4 bowls, top with cilantro and serve.

1108

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

191

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, peeled and cut into small dice, 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into small dice, and more.

Yes, Curried 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.

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Curried Black Bean Soup

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