Black Bean Pork Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of rich and hearty Black Bean Pork Soup, a soul-warming dish that combines tender chunks of seared pork shoulder with earthy black beans and a medley of bold spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chipotle chili powder. Simmered to perfection in a savory broth with juicy diced tomatoes, this one-pot wonder is infused with layers of flavor and finished with fresh cilantro and a splash of zesty lime. Perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead meal prep, this protein-packed, gluten-free soup is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Ideal for lovers of comfort food with a spicy twist, this recipe delivers a wholesome, flavor-forward bowl that will leave you coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound pork shoulder (cubed)
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 cups black beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 4 cups chicken or pork broth
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano (dried)
• 0.5 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 4 lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the cubed pork shoulder to the pot and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pork and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the browned pork to the pot. Add the black beans, broth, diced tomatoes (with juices), cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, chipotle chili powder, and the bay leaf.

Step 6

Season the soup with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is tender and the flavors are well combined.

Step 8

Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Serve with lime wedges on the side for a burst of citrus flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2021.5 grams (2021.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1085

Total Fat 34.10g	44%
Saturated Fat 5.50g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7273mg	316%
Total Carbohydrate 148.40g	54%
Dietary Fiber 49.00g	175%
Total Sugars 14.20g
Protein 53.30g	107%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 409mg	31%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 2547mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.6%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 53.3%