Jul 13 2026
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Frijole Negro Recipe

Inspired by Sazón
Time1h
Serves4

silky black bean soup with bacon / jalapeño / white onion / epazote sour cream / crispy corn tortilla strips

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Topping

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Rinse and drain the black beans. Chop the bacon, jalapeño, and white onion. Mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion and jalapeño. Sauté until the onion is translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the black beans, vegetable broth, epazote leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

Final Touches

  1. 5

    Blend the Soup

    Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend to your desired consistency.

  2. 6

    Prepare Tortilla Strips

    While the soup is simmering, heat oil in a skillet. Cut corn tortillas into strips and fry until crispy. Drain on paper towels.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with crispy bacon, a dollop of sour cream, and crispy tortilla strips.

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