Sweet Potato Soup Curried Kumara Soup Recipe

A creamy, dreamy, subtly spiced curry soup! This comforting recipe uses sweet potato (easily found in the US) or its close cousin, kumara (popular in New Zealand). Kumara, a vibrant purplish root vegetable, turns a beautiful yellow-green when cooked, adding a unique color and flavor to this Maori-inspired dish. Get ready for a taste of culinary adventure in just 30 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 374.6 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Sweet Potato Soup Curried Kumara Soup

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How to Make Sweet Potato Soup Curried Kumara Soup

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 inch ginger (minced), and 1 teaspoon curry powder. Sauté until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add 1.5 pounds peeled and cubed sweet potato (or kumara) and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring gently, without browning.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable or chicken stock. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the sweet potato/kumara is very tender.
  4. If using an immersion blender, carefully puree the soup directly in the saucepan until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender and puree until smooth.
  5. Return the soup to the saucepan (if using a regular blender). Stir in 1/2 cup milk (or more, to reach your desired consistency). Heat through gently.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls. Swirl in 1 tablespoon of cream or coconut milk into each bowl.
  7. Garnish with a pinch of fresh cilantro or minced scallions and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

71g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Potato Soup Curried Kumara Soup?

Sweet Potato Soup Curried Kumara Soup takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Potato Soup Curried Kumara Soup?

Sweet Potato Soup Curried Kumara Soup has approximately 374.6 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Potato Soup Curried Kumara Soup?

The key ingredients for Sweet Potato Soup Curried Kumara Soup are Butter, Garlic Cloves, Onion, Fresh Ginger, Curry Powder, Sweet Potato. See the full list with measurements above.

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