Caribbean Black Bean Soup – Slow Cooker

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 0
Caribbean Black Bean Soup - A Hearty Slow Cooker Recipe
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Prep

15 min

Cook

8 hrs

Ready In

8 hrs 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb dried black beans , washed and sorted
3 onions , chopped
1 green pepper , chopped
4 cloves garlic , minced
1 ham hocks or 3/4 cup cubed ham
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups water
2 tablespoons vinegar
sour cream
fresh cilantro , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
207
Sugar
3g
Fat
2g
Caribbean Black Bean Soup is a flavorful meal made with black beans, peppers, onions, garlic, and a blend of Caribbean spices. The soup is typically served with a dollop of sour cream and freshly chopped cilantro, which adds a vibrant color and a fresh flavor to the dish. The recipe is easy to prepare, thanks to the slow-cooking method that makes the beans tender and the soup rich and flavorful. The hearty soup is perfect for a chilly day when you're craving something warming and satisfying.

Instructions

1.Rinse and sort the black beans, then place them in the slow cooker.
2.Add chopped onions, green pepper, minced garlic, ham hocks or cubed ham, oil, cumin, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper.
3.Pour water over the mixture and stir well.
4.Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours or until the beans are tender.
5.Remove the ham hocks (if used) and chop the meat. Return the meat to the soup.
6.Add vinegar and stir well.
7.Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top.

PROS

Caribbean Black Bean Soup is a protein-rich, hearty and filling meal that is both nourishing and full of flavor.

The soup is easy to prepare using a slow cooker, you can simply toss in all the ingredients and leave it to cook for hours.

You can adjust the seasoning to your liking to suit your taste preference.

CONS

Black beans take some time to cook in the slow cooker, which means you need to plan ahead if you’re craving this soup.

The soup can be quite spicy due to the addition of cumin and other spices.
You can adjust the seasoning as per your sensitivity to spices.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Black beans are packed with nutrients as they are rich in protein, fiber, potassium, iron, and magnesium. Eating black beans regularly can help lower blood sugar, improve digestive health, reduce the risk of heart disease and promote weight loss. The soup is also low in fat and calories.

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