Spicy bean soup with hunter's sausages
6 servings
25 minutes
Spicy bean soup with hunter sausages is a true gastronomic delight that embodies the Italian cuisine's passion for rich flavors and simple yet soulful ingredients. Inspired by rustic traditions, this hearty soup combines the softness of beans, the sweet-sour hint of tomatoes, and the spicy notes of paprika, cumin, and chili pepper. The hunter sausages add richness and a slight smokiness that perfectly complements the overall taste. It should be served with a generous portion of grated cheese that adds a creamy texture and enhances the richness of the flavor palette. This soup warms and energizes, making it ideal for a cool evening or a friendly gathering when you want to combine comfort with gastronomic pleasure.
1
In a large pot, brown diced sausages (can be replaced with bacon) in olive oil over medium heat.
- Hunter's sausages: 100 g
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
2
When the sausages release maximum fat, add finely chopped onion and garlic. Simmer, stirring, until the onion is soft.
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 2 cloves
3
Add cumin, finely chopped chili pepper and paprika, and as soon as their aroma becomes noticeable, add crushed tomatoes, beans and pour in 1.5 liters of water.
- Ground cumin (zira): 0.3 teaspoon
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
- Paprika: 1 tablespoon
- Tomatoes in their own juice: 500 g
- Canned beans: 1 jar
4
Bring to a boil. Add salt to taste and cook on medium heat for 15 minutes.
5
Serve sprinkled with your favorite hard cheese (cheddar, hard mozzarella, feta, etc.).
- Cheese: 100 g