Brazilian Black Bean Soup

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 1
Delicious Brazilian Black Bean Soup for a hearty meal
in Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups onion , chopped
8 cloves garlic , chopped , divided
1 carrot , diced
3 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons salt
1 red bell pepper , diced
2 cans black beans , drained and rinsed
1/2 cup water
1 cup orange juice
1 pinch cayenne pepper , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
224
Sugar
10g
Fat
4g
Brazilian Black Bean Soup, also known as 'Feijão', is a traditional dish in Brazil that is popular throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. It's hearty, flavorful, and comforting, making it a perfect meal for cold and rainy days. This soup is often served with white rice or crusty bread for dipping. The combination of garlic, cumin, and orange juice gives the soup a burst of flavor that is unique and delightful. It's also an affordable and easy-to-make meal that can be customized to your liking with various toppings.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add onions and 4 cloves of garlic and sauté for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
3.Add in diced carrots, ground cumin, salt, and diced red bell pepper.
4.Stir and cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5.Add in drained and rinsed black beans, water, and orange juice.
6.Add in cayenne pepper to taste.
7.Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.
8.While the soup is cooking, mince the remaining 4 cloves of garlic.
9.In a small pan, heat 1 tsp of olive oil and add minced garlic, cooking until golden brown.
10.Add the garlic to the soup and stir.
11.Serve hot with optional topping of sour cream and chopped herbs.

PROS

This soup is protein-packed, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly.

It’s also gluten-free and dairy-free.

The orange juice adds a tangy sweetness that complements the spices and beans wonderfully.

CONS

This soup can be high in sodium if canned beans are used instead of making the beans from scratch.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Black beans are a good source of fiber and protein.
The carotenoids in red bell pepper can help with maintaining good eyesight.
Cumin has been shown to aid in digestion and improve blood cholesterol levels.
Garlic has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.

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