Are you intrigued by the complex flavors of Mexican cuisine? Look no further than el chaparral bean soup, a traditional dish that embodies the vibrant essence of Mexico's culinary heritage. This hearty and flavorful soup is a delightful blend of textures and tastes, showcasing the humble bean in all its glory. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the process of creating an authentic and delicious el chaparral bean soup that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Mexico.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
ESCAROLE AND BEAN SOUP
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 22m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Add the escarole and saute until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add a pinch of salt. Add the chicken broth, beans, and Parmesan cheese. Cover and simmer until the beans are heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Ladle the soup into 6 bowls. Drizzle 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil over each. Serve with crusty bread.
BORRACHO BEANS
Steps:
- In a medium pot over medium-high heat, stir to combine all ingredients except the cilantro and lime wedges. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low heat, and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
SOUTH TEXAS BORRACHO BEANS
These are my favorite Borracho-style beans. I've made them for tailgating and as part of a BBQ menu.
Provided by CAL
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas
Time 10h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place pinto beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water. Soak beans 8 hours to overnight.
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon slices to a plate lined with paper towel to drain, reserving the bacon drippings. Chop the bacon.
- Drain and rinse pinto beans; transfer to a large pot. Pour enough water over the beans to cover by several inches Stir salt and garlic powder into the water; bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Add bacon, reserved bacon drippings, beer, cilantro, green onions, diced tomatoes, and jalapeno pepper to the water; bring mixture to a simmer and cook until the beans are completely tender, 90 minutes to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 17.7 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1011.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
MOROCCAN HARIRA (BEAN SOUP)
A (mostly) vegetarian, shoestring-budget meal that will leave you feeling both very satisfied and with tons of leftovers. Bonus: it's super-healthy and easy to prepare.
Provided by modestalmond
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas Lentil Soup Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Stir beef stock and lentils together in a large pot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and keep at a simmer while preparing onion.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, cinnamon stick, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and black pepper in the hot oil until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes; add to stock mixture.
- Pour garbanzo beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, and quinoa into the stock mixture; stir and bring mixture to a boil. Stir parsley and cilantro into the stock mixture; reduce heat to low and cook mixture at a simmer until the lentils are tender, about 45 minutes. Drizzle lemon juice over the soup before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 298.5 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
BORRACHO BEANS FROM SCRATCH
I have taken ingredients from about 3 different Borracho Bean recipes and made my very own recipe for Borracho Beans. My DH said they were the best he had ever eaten. (This is quite a statement, as he is usually my most critical food fan.)
Provided by Chef Howe
Categories Beans
Time 3h15m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sort through the beans, looking for small rocks and debris. Place in large bowl and rinse several times. Remove beans by hand into a clean bowl of water. (Do not pour beans out of the rinse bowl, as there may be sand and debris at the bottom of rinse bowl.) Fill the bowl with the newly rinsed beans with water and soak beans overnight.
- Drain off soaking water. In a large soup pot, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil and add beans and dark beer. Add garlic, Kosher salt, onion powder and chili powder to beans and beer. Lower the heat to simmer, cover pan and cook about 2 hours, or until beans are tender. When the beans are light brown and soft, add the cumin, Mexican oregano and jalapeno peppers.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, fry bacon pieces and onions until bacon is crisp. Add to beans.
- Last, but not least, add the cilantro and fresh roma romatoes. Simmer for another hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.5, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 25.7, Sodium 366.3, Carbohydrate 27.4, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 13.1
EL PASO BEAN SOUP
We have so few bad-weather days in New Mexico that we like to celebrate cold rainy one with bowls of hot soup. My family likes this ham and bean variety alongside green chili corn muffins. -Beverly Peacock of Santa Teresa, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute the onion, carrot and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in broth and refried beans; whisk until smooth. Stir in the beans, ham, parsley, cumin, chili powder and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 1145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
BORACHO BEAN SOUP OR FRIJOLES A LA CHARRA (RESTAURANT STYLE)
This is the closest recipe I've found to the Restaurant-Style Mexican Boracho Bean Soup that I like so much. (Anita) LOVE this Soup!!
Provided by Recipe USA
Categories Beans
Time P1DT12h
Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. In a pot, cook pinto beans with enough water to cover and salt for approximately 4 hours, until done. Set aside.
- 2. Put (cut up) bacon pieces in skillet and fry until half done.
- 3. Add onion, jalapeno, cilantro, Ro-tel tomatoes (undrained) and saute approximately 4 minutes over medium heat.
- 4. Add to cooked pinto beans and blend. Serve hot.
- Please note that you can omit the Jalapeno pepper if you add the Ro-Tel tomatoes, since Ro-tel has Jalapeno in it.
- You can also add all ingredients (dry beans, etc.) to crockpot and cook on high for approximately 6 hours.
- This is the closest recipe I've found to the Restaurant-Style Mexican Boracho Beans that I like so much (Anita).
- CAN BE FROZEN.
PROVENCAL BEAN SOUP
-Jan Marto, Algoma, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 2h45m
Yield 16-18 servings (about 4-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Rinse and sort beans. Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 to 4 hours or until beans are softened., Drain and rinse, discarding liquid; set beans aside. In the same pan, saute the leeks, onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the water, ham, cloves, bay leaves, thyme, salt, pepper and beans; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 hours or until the beans are almost tender., Add carrots, turnips, potatoes, kale and parsley. Cover and simmer 25-35 minutes longer or until the beans and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaves and cloves before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 681mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
Tips:
- Use dried beans for the best flavor and texture. If using canned beans, be sure to rinse and drain them well before using.
- Soak the beans overnight before cooking. This will help them cook more evenly and quickly.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your soup. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients.
- Add some spices and herbs to your soup to taste. This will help to create a flavorful and complex soup.
- Serve your soup with a side of bread or crackers for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
El Chaparral Bean Soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very affordable and easy-to-make soup, making it a great option for busy families. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious pot of El Chaparral Bean Soup that the whole family will enjoy.
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