Spicy Caribbean Black Bean Delight

Cuban Black Bean Soup – Uncle Bill’s Version

🕒 Cook Time: 40 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 50 minutes

Description:

Indulge in the flavors of the Caribbean with this hearty and spicy Cuban Black Bean Soup – Uncle Bill’s Version recipe. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this soup is packed with wholesome ingredients and bold seasonings that will tantalize your taste buds.

Recipe Category:

Vegetable 🌿

Keywords:

Cuban, Caribbean, Spicy, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups 🌶️🏝️

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredient
1/2 cup	Dried red lentils
1/2 cup	Dried brown lentils
2 cups	Water
2 cans (15 oz each)	Black beans (including liquid)
40 oz	Vegetable broth
3 cups	Chicken broth
2	Chicken bouillon cubes
1	Potato, cubed
2	Celery roots
1	Celery rib
8 tbsp	Butter
1 tbsp	Extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves	Garlic, chopped
1	Onion, chopped
1 tbsp	Soy sauce
1 tsp	Fresh ground black pepper
1 tsp	Chili powder
2 tsp	Ground cumin
2 tsp	Dried oregano
4 cups	Water
1 tbsp	Sambal oelek
4 tbsp	Instant mashed potatoes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: 166.7
Fat Content: 2.9g
Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
Cholesterol Content: 3.8mg
Sodium Content: 89mg
Carbohydrate Content: 27.4g
Fiber Content: 9.3g
Sugar Content: 1.1g
Protein Content: 8.8g

Recipe Yield:

Makes approximately 16 servings.

Instructions:

Prepare Lentils: Rinse the red and brown lentils in cold water.
Cook Lentils: In a medium-sized saucepan, add the lentils and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Prepare Soup Base: In a medium-sized cooking pot, combine the cooked lentils (including the liquid), black beans (including liquid), vegetable broth, chicken broth, chicken bouillon cubes, cubed potatoes, and celery root. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Saute Onion Mixture: Meanwhile, in a medium-sized frying pan, melt the butter and olive oil together. Add the chopped garlic and onions, and sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: Add the sautéed onion mixture to the soup pot. Stir in the soy sauce, black pepper, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, and 4 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Adjust Consistency: If the soup is too thick, add more water as needed. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Blend Soup: Remove about one-third of the soup and transfer it to a bowl. Using an electric blender, blend until smooth, then return it to the soup pot.
Final Touches: Add the Sambal Oelek and instant mashed potatoes to the soup. Stir well to blend.
Final Cooking: Bring the soup just to a boil, then adjust seasonings to taste.
Serve: Serve the Cuban Black Bean Soup hot and enjoy the bold flavors of the Caribbean!

Additional Notes:

Alternative Beans: You can use dried black beans instead of canned. Simply soak 2 cups of dried beans overnight in water. The next day, drain and rinse before using.
Lentil Substitution: Canned lentils can also be used instead of dried. You’ll need 1 (19 fluid ounce) can, including the liquid.

This Cuban Black Bean Soup – Uncle Bill’s Version recipe is a delightful blend of spices and wholesome ingredients, perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or simply craving a taste of the Caribbean, this soup is sure to satisfy your appetite! 🍲🌴