Mexican Bean Soup Recipe

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4.6

288 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    2 hrs 10 mins

  • Total Time

    2 hrs 25 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    240 kcal

  • Course

    Soup

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Mexican Bean Soup Recipe

Warm your soul with this creamy Mexican Bean Soup. This pinto bean soup offers a flavorful and affordable taste of Latin comfort.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups dried pinto beans
  • 7 cups water
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 cups diced yellow onion about 2 large onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • sour cream Avocado, and Fresh Salsa for serving (optional)
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Instructions

  1. Sort through the beans to remove any debris, then rinse them under running tap water. Place the rinsed beans in a 6-quart or larger Dutch oven or other lidded pot and add 7 cups of water. Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, turn the heat down to low and cover the pot. Let simmer for 90 minutes.
  2. When the beans are done cooking, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for 10 minutes, until browned and softened. Add the garlic, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Sauté for 60 seconds. Add the cooked beans and any remaining liquid from the bean pot into the skillet.
  3. Pour the chicken broth into the pot and turn the heat to medium-high. Once the liquid reaches a boil, turn the heat down to medium and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup. Taste and add salt as needed. If the soup seems too thin for you, continue cooking it uncovered until it reduces to your desired thickness.
  4. Serve topped with salsa, sour cream, and avocado.

Notes

  • *Alternatively, puree in batches in a countertop blender, using caution not to burn yourself with the steam.
  • For a vegan pinto bean soup, swap a vegan alternative for the chicken broth. Here is the one I recommend, listed below in the recommended products section, and you can get it from Amazon if your store doesn't carry it.
  • Store Mexican Bean Soup in an airtight container or mason jar in the fridge for up to 5 days. To freeze, place the cooled soup in freezer-safe containers or bags for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat the soup on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through, or microwave it in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water or broth if the soup has thickened too much during storage.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 240kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.05g Sodium 54mg (2%) Potassium 736mg (21%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 32IU (1%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 76mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 240 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 240kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 32g 11%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.05g 3%
Sodium 54mg 2%
Potassium 736mg 16%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 32IU 1%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 76mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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