Ingredients for African Yam And Peanut Soup
- 4 cups Vegetable Stock
- Vegetable Oil
- 1 large Yellow Onion (about 1 cup)
- Pinch Salt (plus more to taste)
- 2 inches Minced Ginger
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (or more, to taste)
- Paprika
- Red Bell Pepper
- 1 large Yam (about 1.5 lbs)
- Pineapple
- Tomatoes
- 1 cup Smooth Peanut Butter
- 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro (1/4 cup for soup, remainder for garnish)
- 1/4 cup Lime Juice (from Limes, plus more to taste)
- Hot Sauce
- Chicken Broth (optional, for a richer flavor)
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How to Make African Yam And Peanut Soup
- Peel and chop 1 large yam (about 1.5 lbs) into 1-inch cubes.
- Finely chop 1 large onion (about 1 cup).
- Mince 4 cloves of garlic.
- Peel and grate 2 inches of fresh ginger.
- Chop 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Add the yam cubes and 4 cups of vegetable broth (or chicken broth for a richer flavor).
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the yams are tender.
- Stir in 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, 1/4 cup of lime juice, and 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro.
- Simmer for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the soup has thickened slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more cayenne for extra spice, salt for more savoriness, or lime juice for brightness.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro and a dollop of plain yogurt (optional). Enjoy with warm pita bread and a side salad!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
35 g
Sugar
49g
Fat
10g
Carbs
24g
