Description
8This African Sweet Potato Soup is a rich and creamy blend of earthy sweet potatoes, nutty peanut butter, and vibrant spices. The addition of cumin, chili flakes, and fresh ginger gives the soup a warming, aromatic depth of flavor. The smooth and velvety texture is complemented by the crunch of chopped roasted peanuts, making each bite a perfect balance of creamy and crunchy.
Ingredients
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cumin seeds (or ground cumin)
½ teaspoon chili flakes (plus more for garnish)
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, finely grated
1 teaspoon sugar
3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 large parsnip, peeled and cubed
1 red pepper, deseeded and roughly chopped
400 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes
900 ml (4 cups) hot vegetable stock
2–3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
Salt and pepper to season
Handful of finely chopped roasted peanuts (optional garnish)
1–2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics:
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds, chili flakes, and grated ginger. Fry for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the onion, garlic, and sugar, stirring occasionally until the onion is soft and translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
Add the Vegetables:
Stir in the sweet potatoes, parsnip, and red pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine with the aromatics. Add the chopped tomatoes and stir well.
Simmer the Soup:
Pour in the hot vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Blend the Soup:
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth (or transfer the mixture to a blender in batches, if necessary). Return the smooth soup to the pot.
Stir in Peanut Butter:
Stir in the peanut butter and mix until fully incorporated. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra chili flakes, a handful of chopped roasted peanuts, and a drizzle of olive oil for added flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 280