Description
Portuguese Bean Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish originating from Hawaii, blending Portuguese sausage, beans, and fresh vegetables in a comforting broth with smoked seasoning. It’s easy to make, nutritious, and perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Portuguese sausage (or chorizo), sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced Portuguese sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté for another 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Add kidney beans, white beans, thyme, smoked paprika, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir in chopped kale or spinach and cook for 5-10 minutes until wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove bay leaves before serving this Portuguese Bean Soup.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
- Adjust seasonings to your preference.
- A squeeze of lemon juice before serving adds brightness.
- This soup freezes well for meal prep.
- Serve hot for optimal taste.
- Prep Time: 20-30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Portuguese-American (Hawaiian)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: N/A