Slow Cooker Cuban Black Bean Soup
Rich, creamy unsoaked black beans simmered with peppers, cumin, garlic, and lime.
slow-cooker Timer
Set for 420 mins @ Low (approx 200°F)
Ingredients
Base recipe calibrated for 6 adults.
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Get to the Point Execution
Rinse 1 lb dry unsoaked black beans and add to slow cooker.
Add diced bell pepper, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, and 6 cups vegetable broth.
Cover and cook on Low for 7-8 hours (or High for 4-5 hours) until beans are creamy.
Immersion blend 2 cups of soup to create a thick body, then stir in 2 tbsp lime juice.
Step-by-Step Guided Instructions
Rinse 1 lb dried black beans in a colander, discarding any pebbles. Pour directly into slow cooker crock without soaking.
Slow cookers simmer gently enough that dried black beans cook evenly without requiring overnight soaking.
Add 1 finely diced green bell pepper, 1 diced yellow onion, 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth.
Do not add salt or acidic lime juice yet; cooking dry beans in acidic liquid keeps bean skins tough.
Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours (or High for 4 to 5 hours) until beans crush easily against the side of the crock.
Dried beans swell to triple their size; ensure at least 2 inches of liquid covers the beans initially.
Discard bay leaf. Stir in 1.5 tsp kosher salt and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice. Use an immersion blender for 15 seconds (or mash 2 cups with a fork) to thicken soup while keeping whole bean texture.
Pureeing a fraction of the beans creates a velvety soup body without adding cream or flour.
Serve over warm white rice and top with diced red onion, avocado slices, and hot sauce for a complete meal.
Garnish kid bowls with crushed tortilla chips and shredded Colby Jack cheese.
- Warm crusty artisan bread
- Avocado side salad
- Herb roasted potatoes
Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.