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African Sweet Potato And Peanut Soup Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful West African-inspired soup, adapted from the Moosewood Cookbook. This hearty recipe combines sweet potatoes, peanuts, and warming spices for a delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for a cozy night in or a flavorful weeknight dinner. Easily customizable with your favorite fruit or vegetable juices! (Wine, apricot, or tomato juice are great substitutes.)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 250.4 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.5 (8 Reviews)
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Ingredients for African Sweet Potato And Peanut Soup

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 head green cabbage, chopped
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium eggplant, diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup apple juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt, more to taste
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • Coconut (not specified in recipe)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

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How to Make African Sweet Potato And Peanut Soup

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened and starting to brown.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for another 2 minutes, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly.
  4. Add diced sweet potatoes, eggplant, green cabbage, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (undrained), and apple juice. Season with salt.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter until completely melted and smooth. Stir in lemon juice.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, parsley, and chopped peanuts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

10g

Carbs

10g

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