Ingredients for Awesome Caribbean Black Bean Soup Like Nothing You Have Had
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- Green Onions
- Carrot
- Bay Leaf
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- Ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Red Pepper Sauce
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How to Make Awesome Caribbean Black Bean Soup Like Nothing You Have Had
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and toast for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 red bell pepper (chopped), and 1 jalapeño pepper (finely chopped, seeds removed for less heat). Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (rinsed and drained), 4 cups of vegetable broth, 1 (14.5-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the flavors have melded and the soup has thickened slightly.
- Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional).
- Serve hot with a side of warm cornbread for the ultimate Caribbean culinary experience!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
32 g
Sugar
6g
Fat
3g
Carbs
13g
