Homemade Black Bean Soup

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Black Bean Soup.

1. Step 1

   Rinse the black beans and soak them in a large pot with enough water to cover for 8 hours or overnight.

2. Step 2

   After soaking, drain and rinse the beans. In the same pot, combine the drained beans, 3 quarts of water, and chicken bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 3 hours without draining the beans.

3. Step 3

   While the beans are cooking, blend the chopped onion and green bell pepper in a food processor until smooth.

4. Step 4

   In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the blended onion and bell pepper mixture, cooking and stirring for 4 minutes until softened.

5. Step 5

   Stir the sautéed mixture into the pot with the beans. Add the sugar, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Allow the soup to simmer uncovered for an additional 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender and the soup has thickened.

6. Step 6

   Serve hot, garnished with minced onion.