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Costa Rican Black Bean Soup Recipe

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Costa Rican black bean soup Your Personal Cook
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Description

Costa Rican Black Bean Soup is a hearty, flavorful and nutritious dish that is perfect for any time of the year. This soup is made with black beans, vegetables, and spices, and it is perfect for those who are looking for a vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal. This soup is easy to make, and it is a great way to use up leftover beans.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 1 hour.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound black beans, soaked overnight
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 8 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Equipment

  • A large pot
  • A wooden spoon
  • A blender or an immersion blender

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika and cook for another minute.
  3. Add the soaked black beans and vegetable broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour or until the beans are tender.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
  6. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the soup until it is smooth and creamy.
  7. Return the soup to the pot and heat it over low heat.
  8. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve the soup hot with a lime wedge on the side.

Notes

  • You can garnish the soup with chopped cilantro or diced avocado.
  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • You can freeze the soup for later use.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 200
  • Total Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Dietary Fiber: 11g
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Protein: 11g

Recipe Tips

  • Soak the black beans overnight to make them cook faster.
  • You can use canned black beans if you don't have time to soak and cook them.
  • You can use vegetable or chicken broth for this recipe.
  • You can adjust the spices according to your taste.
  • If you don't have an immersion blender or a regular blender, you can mash the beans with a potato masher.

Enjoy this delicious Costa Rican Black Bean Soup with your family and friends!


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