Otli Black Bean Soup Recipe

Prepare the Black Beans

If using dried black beans, soak them overnight in water and then cook until tender. If using canned black beans, rinse and drain them.

Chop the Vegetables

Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Set aside.

Prepare Fresh Ingredients

Chop the cilantro and slice the lime into wedges. Dice the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.

Sauté the Vegetables

In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Add Spices

Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

Combine Ingredients

Add the prepared black beans and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Blend the Soup

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer it to a blender in batches.

Adjust Seasoning

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt or spices to taste.

Serve the Soup

Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with chopped cilantro, diced avocado, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately.