World Flavors Cookbook

Sopa de Frijoles Negros

A velvety Cuban-style black bean soup perfumed with cumin, oregano, and a splash of sherry vinegar, served with rice and lime.

Cuisine: Colombia

Ingredients

• 500g dried black beans, soaked overnight
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp sherry vinegar
• Salt and pepper
• Sour cream, lime wedges, cilantro for serving

Instructions

1. Drain beans, cover with 2L fresh water. Bring to boil, then simmer.
2. Sauté onion, pepper, and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
3. Add to beans with cumin and oregano. Simmer 1.5-2 hours until very tender.
4. Blend half the soup and return to pot. Add vinegar, salt, pepper.
5. Serve with sour cream, lime, and cilantro.