African Peanut Soup (Instant Pot directions)
Warming African peanut soup simmered with sweet potatoes, tomatoes, and a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, and cinnamon in a rich peanut butter broth. Makes 12 hearty servings at 334 calories each with instructions for both stovetop and Instant Pot.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander
- 1 teaspoon powdered ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 medium tomatoes quartered (or 1 can of diced tomatoes)
- 2 lbs 900 g sweet potatoes, diced
- 5 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup peanut butter
- fresh cilantro for serving optional
Instructions
- Add the oil and onions to the pot of the Instant Pot. Press SAUTE. Saute the onion until slightly browned.
- Add in garlic and spices. Cook and stir one minute.
- Add tomatoes, sweet potatoes, water, salt, and peanut butter. Press to make sure everything is covered with liquid.
- Place lid on and ensure the vent is set to SEALING.
- Select MANUAL and adjust to 4 minutes.
- When finished, allow to release naturally.
- Open and blend with an immersion blender or transfer to a blender.
- Serve with cilantro (optional).
Nutrition
Serving: 2 | Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 19g | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 10g
Servings: 3 .5 litres
Calories: 334kcal
