Indian Appetizers and Soup

SOUP

Saute:

1 onion
2-3 cloves of garlic
1 jalapeno pepper
1 piece of fresh ginger
Add salt, cumin and coriander powder to taste.
Add:
2 Tbl. tomato paste
1 water (use the amount from bean tin)
Bring to a boil.  Let boil for 5 to 10 min.
Add:
Black beans  (19oz. tin)
Bring to boil. 
When serving add a spoon full of sour cream.