Jul 14 2026
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Portuguese Bean Soup Recipe

Inspired by Cafe 100
Time1h 10m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Beans and Sausage

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Vegetables

    Stir in the minced garlic, carrots, celery, and green bell pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Potatoes and Spices

    Add the diced potatoes, canned tomatoes (with juice), bay leaves, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

  4. 4

    Add Broth

    Pour in the vegetable broth, then bring the mixture to a boil.

Cooking the Soup

  1. 5

    Add Beans and Sausage

    After the soup reaches a boil, add the drained red beans, sliced chorizo, and the smoked ham hock.

  2. 6

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. The flavors will meld, and the soup will thicken.

  3. 7

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Serving

  1. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the ham hock from the soup, shred any meat, and return it to the pot. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side.

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