Slow Cooker Soy Beans Recipe

Unbelievably tender soy beans, simmered low and slow in your slow cooker for maximum flavor. This easy recipe requires minimal effort for a hearty and healthy side dish or base for your favorite recipes. Perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 725 mins
Calories 180.2 kcal
Protein 23g
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Ingredients for Slow Cooker Soy Beans

  • 1 pound dried soybeans
  • 1 smoked ham hock
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 8 cups water
  • 6 cups fresh water

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How to Make Slow Cooker Soy Beans

  1. Rinse 1 pound of dried soybeans and soak them in 8 cups of water overnight (at least 8 hours).
  2. Drain the soaking water and place the soybeans in your slow cooker.
  3. Add 6 cups of fresh water to the slow cooker.
  4. Cook on high for 3 hours.
  5. Add 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 bay leaf to the slow cooker.
  6. Cook on low for 12-14 hours, or until the soybeans are tender and easily mashed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

4g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Slow Cooker Soy Beans?

Slow Cooker Soy Beans takes about 745 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 725 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Slow Cooker Soy Beans?

Slow Cooker Soy Beans has approximately 180.2 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Slow Cooker Soy Beans?

The key ingredients for Slow Cooker Soy Beans are Soybeans, Ham Hocks, Onion, Ketchup, Molasses, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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