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    Smoky Black Bean Soup with Chipotle

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    A hearty and smoky black bean soup with the perfect blend of spices and textures.

    Ingredients for Smoky Black Bean Soup with Chipotle

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    Chipotle Chiles In Adobo, pureed

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    Olive Oil

    tablespoons

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    Carrots, peeled and chopped

    each

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    Onions, peeled and chopped

    each

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    Garlic Clove, minced

    each

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    Red Wine

    cups

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    Jalapeno Peppers, seeded and chopped

    each

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    Dry Black Beans, dry

    0 lb

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    Mild Vegetable Stock

    quarts

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    Oregano, dried

    tablespoons

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    Bay Leaves

    each

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    Kosher Salt

    tablespoons

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    Ground Black Pepper

    teaspoons

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    Red Wine Vinegar

    to taste

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    Red Onion, peeled and thinly sliced

    each

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    Lime Juice

    each

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    Sour Cream

    to taste

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    Cilantro Leaves, whole

    to taste

    Fresh Chiles, thinly sliced

    to taste

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    Avocado, sliced

    to taste

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    How to Make Smoky Black Bean Soup with Chipotle

    1. Purée Chipotle Chiles

    Begin by puréeing the chipotle chiles in adobo in a blender or food processor until smooth and set aside.

    2. Boil Water

    Boil some water in a teakettle and keep it hot for later use.

    3. Cook Vegetables

    Heat the olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add the chopped carrots, onions, and minced garlic. Cook them for about 5 to 8 minutes until they are softened but not browned. This softens the vegetables and brings out their natural flavors.

    4. Add Red Wine

    Pour in the red wine and let it simmer until the pan is almost dry. This will add depth to the soup's flavor.

    5. Add Jalapeño Peppers

    Add the chopped jalapeño peppers to the pot and cook for about 2 minutes.

    6. Add Chipotle Purée

    Stir in about 2 teaspoons of the chipotle purée and fry it for about 1 minute. This will bring out the smokiness of the chipotles.

    7. Simmer Soup

    Add the dry black beans, vegetable or chicken stock, oregano, and bay leaves to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1 to 2 hours until the beans are tender and the soup is fragrant. This step allows the flavors to meld and the beans to become tender.

    8. Season Soup

    Once the beans are soft, add the kosher salt and ground black pepper. Adjust the texture of the soup to your liking by using an immersion blender or a regular blender if you prefer it smoother. The goal is to have a velvety soup with whole beans and chunks of vegetables.

    9. Pickle Red Onions

    While the soup is simmering, pickle the red onions. Combine the thinly sliced red onion with the freshly squeezed lime juice and a pinch of salt. Let it sit for about 30 minutes to soften, then drain, rinse, and pat dry.

    10. Adjust Seasoning

    Reheat the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, red wine vinegar, or more chipotle purée if desired. Taste as you go to get the balance just right.

    11. Serve Soup

    Serve the soup in deep bowls, garnishing with a dollop of sour cream or Mexican crema, a handful of pickled onions, fresh cilantro leaves, thinly sliced fresh chiles, and slices of avocado.

    Variations

    Vegetarian Chili

    Add a variety of beans, bell peppers, corn, tomato paste, and chili powder, served with cornbread or rice.

    Indian Rajma

    Use kidney beans, garam masala, turmeric, tomatoes, and serve with basmati rice or naan.

    Moroccan Lentil Soup

    Use lentils, sweet potatoes, swap chipotle for harissa, smoked paprika for ras el hanout, and serve with yogurt and mint.

    Mexican Tortilla Soup

    Use fire-roasted tomatoes, shredded chicken, and garnish with tortilla strips, cheese, and avocado.

    Caribbean Bean Stew

    Incorporate coconut milk, add sweet potatoes and plantains, use a scotch bonnet pepper for heat, and serve with coconut rice.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Layering Flavors

    Sauté onions, garlic, and aromatics until well-caramelized to develop depth in the soup.

    Simmering Time

    Allow the soup to simmer gently until beans are completely tender for flavor melding and intensification.

    Quality Ingredients

    Start with the best possible ingredients. For dried black beans, look for ones that are uniform in size and have a clean, earthy smell.

    Acid Balance

    Add a splash of lime juice or sherry vinegar at the end of cooking to brighten the flavors and balance the smokiness.

    Chipotle in Adobo

    Use chipotle peppers in adobo sauce sparingly and adjust to taste for controlled heat and smokiness.


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