Pork and White Bean Soup

Name: Pork and White Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: Portugal
Ingredients: 400 g of pork ((pork collar or shoulder, in pieces)); 300 g of white beans (cooked); 150 g of carrots; 120 g of onions; 80 g of celery; 2 garlic cloves; 800 ml of water; 10 ml of olive oil; 2 g of paprika; bay leaves; 2 g of salt; 1 g of pepper; 5 g of parsley (fresh)

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Rustic soup made with slow-simmered pork, white beans, vegetables and herbs. A protein-rich, hearty and budget-friendly recipe, ideal in winter or for make-ahead meals.

Total time: 1 h 45
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 1 h 30
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €1.50

By the CookinBreak team

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

480kcal

Protein32 g29%
Carbs38 g34%
Fat18 g37%
Fiber9 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an even thicker soup, mash a small portion of the beans against the side of the pot at the end of cooking 🫘✨
👉 This naturally thickens the broth without adding flour.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Freezes very well, up to 3 months in airtight single-serving portions.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 3 to 4 days max in an airtight container in the fridge.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Chop the vegetables (onions, carrots, celery, garlic) and cut the pork the day before. The beans can be pre-soaked.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or in the microwave at medium power, stirring regularly.

Variations

Serve hot with parsley.
Adjust the seasoning before serving.
Use pork shoulder or pork collar.

Mistakes to avoid

Not browning the pork: sauté it for 5 minutes until lightly golden.
Boiling hard: let it simmer 1 hour over low heat.
Adding the beans too early: add them after 1 hour of cooking.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make pork and white bean soup?

Sauté the pork for 5 minutes, add the onion, garlic, celery and carrots, the paprika and bay leaf, cover with water, simmer 1 hour, add the white beans and continue 30 minutes.

Which cut of pork should you choose?

400 g of pork collar or shoulder cut into pieces, which turn tender after 1 h 30 of cooking over low heat with the vegetables.

When should you add the beans?

After 1 hour of simmering, add 300 g of cooked white beans and continue cooking for 30 minutes, until the meat is very tender.

How do you serve it?

Serve hot, with fresh parsley if you like, as a starter or a main course. It is a rustic, protein-rich and hearty soup.