Dish of the Day: The Pan American's Turtle Bean Soup

January 4, 2011 1:02 pm

Dish of the Day: The Pan American's Turtle Bean Soup

$Behind the Burner: Dish of the Day: The Pan American\'s Turtle Bean Soup$

A New Year should always include a new bowl of hot, comforting soup. The Pan American, our new favorite hot spot in Nolita, introduces its classic black turtle bean and white northern bean soup topped with pickled red onion and pork fried rind garnish. The combination of Creole turtle beans and white beans satisfies your appetite and your soul during any cold January night (move over Campbell's!).

And although the soup's presentation may appear too beautiful to dig your spoon into, the best part about eating it is the mixing of the black and white beans. In fact, the waiters even encourage food play for this appetizer!

Tip: Black turtle beans are a staple in the Latin American diet, especially popular in Brazil, Venezuela, Costa Rica and Nicaragua. They are an excellent source of nutritional antioxidants and are often paired with Cuban crackers.

Photo credit: Benvenuti Public Relations

� Written by Joanna Weinstein

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