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Mexican Style Black Bean Soup

Cozy Up with Homemade Mexican Style Black Bean Soup

This Mexican Style Black Bean Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 cans Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth or chicken broth
  • 1 can Canned Diced Tomatoes with their juices
For the Aromatics and Spice
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Jalapeño chopped, adjust heat to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Mexican Crema optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add minced garlic and jalapeño, sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring continuously.
  4. Mix in drained black beans, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Stir well and allow to meld.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover partially and let simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Use an immersion blender to purée part of the mixture, leaving some beans whole for texture.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lime juice. Serve hot, garnished with sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite beans or add corn for a sweeter flavor. This soup freezes well for future meals.

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