Description
Portuguese Bean Soup is a hearty, smoky Hawaiian-inspired dish made with beans, vegetables, and tender halal chicken in a rich tomato broth. This halal-friendly twist keeps the comforting flavors of the classic, replacing smoked sausage with smoked paprika for depth. Perfect for gatherings, meal prep, or cozy weeknight dinners, it’s a filling, flavorful soup that gets even better the next day.
Ingredients
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15 ml (1 Tbsp) olive oil
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1 onion, diced (about 150 g)
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 carrot, peeled and diced (about 70 g)
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2 celery stalks, diced (about 80 g)
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2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (about 300 g)
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400 g (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes, with juice
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425 g (15 oz) canned red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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425 g (15 oz) canned white beans (cannellini or Great Northern), drained and rinsed
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170 g (6 oz) tomato paste
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960 ml (4 cups) chicken broth (halal-certified if needed)
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360 ml (1 ½ cups) water
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1 bay leaf
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5 g (1 tsp) smoked paprika
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1 tsp dried oregano
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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280 g (2 cups) chopped, cooked halal chicken (thighs or breast)
Optional Garnish
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Chopped parsley or cilantro
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Lemon wedges
Instructions
ructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and carrot; cook 5 minutes until onion is translucent.
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Stir in celery and potatoes; cook 3 minutes.
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Add diced tomatoes (with juice) and tomato paste. Pour in chicken broth and water. Add bay leaf, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
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Stir in both beans; cook 10 minutes. Add chicken; simmer another 10–15 minutes.
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Remove bay leaf, ladle into bowls, and garnish with parsley or cilantro. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Mash some beans before adding chicken for a thicker texture.
Add red pepper flakes with paprika for extra heat.
Swap chicken for turkey if desired.
Use a mix of red and yellow potatoes for color variety.
Freezes well—make a double batch for future meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hawaiian / Portuguese-inspired