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Calypso Black Bean Soup

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"This is a spicy, fruity black bean pureed soup that goes well with a small scoop of sour cream" — Doug Matthews

Directions

Place the olive oil in a deep, heavy pot, and heat over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, garlic, and 1 red pepper; cook until onion is transparent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the black beans. Add the mango, banana, cumin, ginger, and hot pepper sauce; stir and cook until fruit softens. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring soup mixture to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer until liquid reduces, about 1 hour. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Place soup in batches into a blender, and blend until smooth; or use a stick blender to blend in the soup pot. Serve garnished with dollops of sour cream and sprinkled with red bell pepper.

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PREP 35 mins
COOK 1 hr 30 mins
READY IN 2 hrs 5 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Oct 19, 2007

This soup is my new favorite black bean recipe. I used 4 cloves of garlic and 3 cans of beans. I pureed the fruit with a little water in the blender instead of cooking to soften,(banana was very ripe). I had to make myself add that fruit but it absolutely made the soup. I also didn't puree the entire soup, just used the stick blender and gave it a quick buzz.

—PAMELA D. aPROpos of nothing

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Feb 11, 2009

I thought that this tasted like a sweet bean dip. I don't reccommond blending the soup if you actually want it to be soup. If you want bean dip, blend away.

—lenoyes

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Oct 12, 2007

This is an awesome blend of flavors - don't be afraid of the combination. It's very satisfying and even my kids loved it. I didn't find I needed to puree the soup; it was cooked down pretty well on its own and we liked the small chunks of beans that were left. Thanks, will make again.

—mommymeggy

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Sep 23, 2008

I made this recipe exactly as written, except I forgot the hot sauce. Even so, I was expecting a much stronger sweet/fruity taste. Also, mine was much lighter in color than the one in the picture. I think next time I'll add another can of black beans to thicken it, and maybe try a different brand of coconut milk. The soup was still really good; it just wasn't exactly what I was expecting. I kinda felt like chopping the banana and mango was a waste of time because I could barely taste it. I also think I would consider only blending part of it.

—gina51283

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Jan 03, 2011

Excellent soup. Partially hand blended and served with cilantro as suggested by a previous review. Thought of the Carrebean, Rum drinks, and dreadlocks. Thanks

—williesurf

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Mar 10, 2010

Husband thought this was better than average, I thought it was GREAT. I used 3 cans of black beans and 4 cloves of garlic, and only 3/4 banana. I also used chicken broth instead of veggie broth because I was out. Turned out perfect. Next time I might throw some cilantro on there.

—Michelle

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Oct 27, 2007

My husband loved this, no one else (two kids and a brother-in-law) commented or got seconds. I served it over rice to make a meal. A little too sweet for my taste, but I'll probably make it again for my husband.

—noeticblues

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Jan 26, 2011

Amazingly Wonderful!! Made just as stated except added a whole jalepeno with the onions...just wonderful Spicy with a hint of sweet! Do not be afraid of the odd sounding mix of ingredients you will not be sorry. Thank You So Much Doug for sharing this!

—AmandaGrace26

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Nutrition

Calories
246 kcal
12%

Carbohydrates
31.1 g
10%

Cholesterol
6 mg
2%

Fat
10.2 g
16%

Fiber
9.4 g
38%

Protein
8.6 g
17%

Sodium
612 mg
24%

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

Nutritional Information

Calypso Black Bean Soup

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 246
Calories from Fat: 92

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.2g 16 %
Saturated Fat 5.1g 25 %
Cholesterol 6mg 2 %
Sodium 612mg 24 %
** Potassium 532mg 15 %
Total Carbohydrates 31.1g 10 %
Dietary Fiber 9.4g 38 %
Protein 8.6g 17 %
** Sugars 7.1g
** Vitamin A 26 %
** Vitamin C 70 %
** Calcium 9 %
** Iron 27 %
** Thiamin 20 %
** Niacin 21 %
** Vitamin B6 15 %
** Magnesium 19 %
** Folate 49 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.