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African sweet potato soup Recipe

African sweet potato soup Recipe
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This African sweet potato soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of sweet potatoes with the nuttiness of peanut butter. A perfect blend of spices and textures, this soup is sure to warm you up on a cold day.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 12 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 4-5 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: African
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the Soup:

  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds or ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chilli flakes, plus more to garnish
  • 2 tsp finely grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 large parsnip, peeled and cubed
  • 1 red pepper, de-seeded and roughly chopped
  • 400 g | 14oz can chopped tomatoes
  • 900 ml | 4 cups hot vegetable stock
  • 2–3 tbsp smooth peanut butter
  • Salt and pepper to season
  • Handful finely chopped roasted peanuts to garnish (optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil to fry

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil and add cumin seeds, chilli flakes, and ginger. Fry for a minute, then add onion, garlic, and sugar. Stir over medium-low heat until onion is soft.
  2. Add vegetables: Add sweet potato, parsnip, and tomatoes. Stir for a couple of minutes.
  3. Cook the soup: Pour in the vegetable stock, bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Blend the soup: Use a blender or immersion blender to pulse the soup until smooth.
  5. Finish the soup: Return the soup to the pot and stir in the peanut butter. Check the seasoning.
  6. Serve: Garnish with chilli flakes, chopped roasted peanuts, and a drizzle of oil before serving.

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