Sopa de Frijol con Huevo
A comforting and nutritious Honduran soup made with tender beans, often enriched with vegetables like green bananas, and finished with perfectly poached eggs. This dish is a staple in many Honduran homes, offering a hearty and flavorful meal.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 pound Dried beans
- 8-10 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1/2 large Green bell pepper(finely chopped)
- 2 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 2 medium Green bananas (guineos)(peeled and sliced)
- 1 bunch Culantro (cilantro)(chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon Achiote powder (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Rinse the dried beans and place them in a large pot with 8-10 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 1-1.5 hours, or until beans are tender. (Alternatively, use pre-cooked beans and bean broth).
- 2
While beans are cooking, heat vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped green bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 3-5 minutes until they begin to break down.
- 4
Once the beans are tender, add the sautéed vegetable mixture to the pot with the beans. Add the sliced green bananas, chopped culantro (cilantro), ground cumin, salt, and pepper. If using, add achiote powder for color.
- 5
Bring the soup back to a simmer and cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until the green bananas are tender and the flavors have melded.
- 6
Carefully crack the eggs directly into the simmering soup, spacing them apart. Cover the pot and poach the eggs for about 5-7 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your desired consistency.
- 7
Serve the Sopa de Frijol con Huevo hot, with a poached egg in each bowl. Garnish with extra chopped cilantro if desired.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a creamier soup, you can mash some of the beans against the side of the pot before adding the eggs.
- ✓If you don't have fresh culantro, regular cilantro can be used, though culantro offers a more distinct flavor.
- ✓Ensure the green bananas are firm and not overripe for the best texture.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Some variations include adding shredded pork cracklings (chicharrón) for added flavor and texture.
- Serve with a side of white rice and avocado slices.