Spicy Black Bean Soup with Cilantro Crema Recipe

Name: Spicy Black Bean Soup with Cilantro Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium red onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; Sea salt; Two 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 quart vegetable stock; 1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 8 ounces sour cream; 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

1
In a large Dutch oven or stock pot, heat the oil.
2
Saute the onion over medium-high heat until soft, 5 minutes.
3
Add the garlic, cumin and 1 teaspoon salt.
4
Cook until fragrant, 2 minutes.
5
Stir in the black beans, stock and chipotle, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
6
Bring to a boil and simmer over medium-low heat until the beans are tender and the soup has thickened, 20 minutes.
7
Remove from the heat and add the lime juice.
8
Transfer 2 cups of the soup to a food processor or blender and puree until smooth.
9
Return to the pot and taste for seasoning.
10
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream and cilantro.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve alongside the cilantro crema.

200

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium red onion, diced, 4 cloves garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Spicy Black Bean Soup with Cilantro Crema 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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Spicy Black Bean Soup with Cilantro Crema

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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