Creole Style Black Bean Soup (Soupe de haricots noirs à la créole)

This Soupe de haricots noirs à la créole, or Creole Style Black Bean Soup, is a classic dish from French Guianan cuisine. It's a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.

Creole Style Black Bean Soup (Soupe de haricots noirs à la créole)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried black beans
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the black beans and soak them in water overnight.
  2. In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and celery until softened.
  3. Add the tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme, and paprika. Cook for a few minutes.
  4. Drain the soaked black beans and add them to the pot.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and simmer for about 1 hour or until the beans are tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
40g
Protein
15g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Large pot Spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Creole Style Black Bean Soup with a side of crusty bread or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can garnish the soup with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro before serving.

Cost

$10