Sopa De Frijol Recipe

Soak the Beans

Rinse the black beans under cold water and soak them in a bowl of water overnight to soften.

Cook the Beans

In a large pot, combine the soaked black beans and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until beans are tender.

Prepare Vegetables

Chop the onion, garlic, carrot, tomato, and bell pepper into small pieces.

Sauté the Vegetables

In a separate pan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

Combine and Season

Once the beans are cooked, add the sautéed vegetables to the pot with the beans. Stir in the chopped tomato, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Garnish and Serve

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.