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White Bean Soup (Sopa de Blanquillos)

Blanquillos, also known as white beans, are the star of today's recipe. They are perfect for rounding off a hearty lunch or serving as the main dish for dinner. Your family will adore their delightful taste. Truly exquisite.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Colombian
Keyword: blanquillos soup, white beans soup
Servings: 4
Calories: 254kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ pound of white beans blanquillos
  • 4 medium potatoes diced
  • ½ small onion grated or 2 stalks of green onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium tomato finely chopped
  • Cilantro to taste
  • Coloring to taste like achiote or saffron
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Soak the beans overnight.
  • In a pressure cooker over medium heat, cook the beans in plenty of water for about 30 minutes or until they are soft.
  • Carefully release the pressure from the cooker using a spoon, gradually lifting the valve — this takes time, but it's essential. Cooling the pot under running water might cause it to burst due to the temperature difference.
  • Add the potatoes, tomato, onion, cilantro, coloring, and salt to taste. Return the pot to medium heat and cook for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Let the pot sit until it's safe to open or release the air from the cooker using a spoon, lifting the valve gradually.
  • Serve and enjoy, pairing it with a generous portion of rice and meat.

Nutrition

Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 1311mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 263IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 4mg