Bean soup with smoked ribs
Ingredients: 350 g beans, 700 g smoked ribs, 2 onions, 1 large carrot, red and green bell peppers, 1 small celery, 150 ml tomato juice, 1 bay leaf, thyme, pepper, salt, 50 ml oil
To prepare a delicious bean soup with smoked bacon, we start by choosing the beans, preferably white or green type, which will prove to be tastier. We wash them well under a stream of cold water, then we let them soak for a few hours, but it’s best to leave them overnight. This process will help reduce the cooking time and make the beans much easier to digest.
After the beans have soaked, we drain them and blanch them three times, changing the water each time. This is an important technique to eliminate toxins and improve digestion. In a large pot, we add the pork ribs, which should be well washed and cut into pieces. We let the meat boil together with the beans to infuse the soup with a rich and savory flavor.
Meanwhile, we can take care of the vegetables. We peel the carrots, parsley, and celery, and then wash them well under cold water. We grate the celery, which will help release its flavors into the soup. We cut the carrots and bell pepper into small cubes, and finely chop the onion. We heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a saucepan, where we add all the chopped vegetables. We sauté them over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and translucent.
Once the vegetables are sautéed, we transfer them to the pot with beans and bacon. We add a bay leaf, tomato juice, which will add a touch of acidity and enhance the color of the soup. We season with salt, freshly ground pepper, and a teaspoon of dried thyme, which will enrich the flavor of the dish. We let everything simmer on low heat, covering the pot with a lid to allow the flavors to meld.
After about an hour, the soup should be ready. In the last minutes of cooking, we add the freshly chopped parsley, which will provide a fresh taste and vibrant color to the dish. We mix well and let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving. This bean soup with smoked bacon is perfect for a family meal or to impress friends at a dinner. Enjoy, brothers!
