Best 6 Carib Black Bean Soup Recipes

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary heritage of the Caribbean with this tantalizing journey into the art of preparing a delectable vegan or vegetarian delight: the "Carib Black Bean Soup." Embark on a sensory expedition, where the aromatic fusion of spices, the richness of creamy coconut milk, and the hearty goodness of black beans come together in perfect harmony. Discover the secrets of crafting this traditional soup, a staple in Caribbean kitchens, and embrace the flavors that have captivated taste buds for generations.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARIBBEAN HAM AND BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Bring the fabulous flavors of Island cuisine to your dinner table with this zesty ham and Progresso® black beans soup - ready in just 25 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cups water
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
1/2 cup frozen whole kernel corn
1 can (15 ounces) Progresso™ black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons hot-pepper (jalapeño) jelly
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Spray 3-quart saucepan with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Cook onion in saucepan over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1370 mg

CARIBBEAN BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Delicious vegetarian black bean soup with coriander/cumin seasoning and diced fresh oranges...serve with homemade bread for a nutritious and yummy lunch or light supper. This recipe is from budget friendly and from scratch but you may speed it up considerably by adding drained canned black beans instead of cooking the dry beans. My meat-eating husband even liked this for supper!

Provided by Tigrrress 2

Categories     South American

Time 5h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup dried black beans
4 cups water
1 carrot, diced
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon dried coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups vegetable stock
1/3 cup uncooked rice
2 oranges, peeled and diced
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon sherry wine
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring water and black beans to a boil, simmer 5 minutes.
  • Cover tightly and let stand for 2 hours.
  • Simmer 90 minutes until beans are cooked. Dump into a colander to drain.
  • Saute carrot, celery, onion, garlic, coriander, cumin and vegetable oil.
  • Add beans, vegetable stock, and uncooked rice.
  • Simmer gently 1 hour.
  • Add remaining ingredients and pepper to taste.
  • Heat through and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.7, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 32.6, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 12, Protein 13.2

CARIBBEAN PUMPKIN AND BLACK BEAN SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Pumpkin     Fall     Healthy     Vegan     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 15-ounce can pure pumpkin puree
1 15-ounce can black beans, drained
1 14-ounce can light unsweetened coconut milk
1 cup canned vegetable broth
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
3/4 teaspoon grated lime peel

Steps:

  • Stir cumin in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat 30 seconds. Add pumpkin, beans, coconut milk, broth and 3 tablespoons cilantro. Bring soup to boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 3 minutes to blend flavors. Mix in lime juice and lime peel. Season soup with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro.

CARIB BLACK BEAN SOUP



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A creamy soup with a touch of Caribbean flavor. Uncle Bill's Tips: If using canned beans, reduce cooking time to 40 minutes after adding the beans. You may also use 2 (7.5 ounce) cans flaked ham if you desire a different flavor. Add ham to cooking pot after adding broth.

Provided by William Anatooskin

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 ½ cups dry black beans
6 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
6 stalks celery, chopped, with leaves
2 cups water
8 cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
¼ cup sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a medium-size stock pot, add dried black beans and 6 cups of water, cover and let soak overnight.
  • In another large stock pot, heat olive oil and add onion, minced garlic and chopped celery. Saute until vegetables are softened.
  • Drain and rinse soaked black beans. Add pre-soaked beans or drained and rinsed canned beans to vegetable mixture along with 2 cups water and broth. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer.
  • Add cayenne pepper and ground cumin. Partially cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until beans are soft.
  • Puree soup in batches in food processor or blender. Return pureed soup to stock pot and simmer.
  • Add vinegar, sherry, soy sauce and pepper. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt and chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 2.1 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 128 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CARIBBEAN BLACK BEAN SOUP - SLOW COOKER



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A filling easy soup to make...takes a little preparation if you use dried black beans, but worth the effort.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Black Beans

Time 16h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

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

Steps:

  • Soak beans overnight in 4 quarts water.
  • Drain.
  • Combine beans, onion, green pepper, garlic, ham, oil, cumin, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and 3 cups of fresh water.
  • Stir Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high 4-5 hours.
  • For thick soup, remove half of cooked bean mixture and puree until smooth in blender or mash with a potato masher.
  • Return to cooker.
  • If you like it souper, leave it as is.
  • Add vinegar and stir well.
  • Debone the ham hock if you used one and cut into bite sized pieces, and return to the soup Serve in soup bowls with a dollop of sour cream in the middle of each serving, topped with fresh cilantro.

CARIB BLACK BEAN SOUP



Carib Black Bean Soup image

A creamy soup with a touch of Caribbean flavor. Uncle Bill's Tips: If using canned beans, reduce cooking time to 40 minutes after adding the beans. You may also use 2 (7.5 ounce) cans flaked ham if you desire a different flavor. Add ham to cooking pot after adding broth.

Provided by William Anatooskin

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 ½ cups dry black beans
6 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
6 stalks celery, chopped, with leaves
2 cups water
8 cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
¼ cup sherry
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a medium-size stock pot, add dried black beans and 6 cups of water, cover and let soak overnight.
  • In another large stock pot, heat olive oil and add onion, minced garlic and chopped celery. Saute until vegetables are softened.
  • Drain and rinse soaked black beans. Add pre-soaked beans or drained and rinsed canned beans to vegetable mixture along with 2 cups water and broth. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer.
  • Add cayenne pepper and ground cumin. Partially cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until beans are soft.
  • Puree soup in batches in food processor or blender. Return pureed soup to stock pot and simmer.
  • Add vinegar, sherry, soy sauce and pepper. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt and chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 2.1 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 128 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Tips:

  • Use canned black beans for convenience, or cook dried beans from scratch for a more authentic flavor.
  • Soak the beans overnight before cooking, if using dried beans. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
  • Rinse the beans well before cooking, even if using canned beans. This will help to remove any excess salt or impurities.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your soup, such as onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell peppers. This will add flavor and nutrients to the soup.
  • Season the soup with a variety of spices, such as cumin, chili powder, and oregano. This will give the soup a delicious, flavorful taste.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Conclusion:

Caribbean black bean soup is a delicious, hearty, and flavorful soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover black beans. This soup can be made with a variety of vegetables and spices, so you can customize it to your own liking. Serve it with your favorite toppings for a complete and satisfying meal.

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