African Peanut Soup (stovetop directions)
This African peanut soup simmers sweet potatoes and tomatoes in a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and peanut butter for a rich, warming bowl that comes together in 30 minutes on the stovetop. A finish of fresh cilantro ties it all together.
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
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium high. Saute the onion until slightly browned. Add in garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cloves.
- Cook and stir one minute. Add tomatoes and sweet potatoes and cook for 5 minutes. Add water and season with salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes.
- Blend soup with peanut butter and cayenne with an immersion blender or transfer to a blender. Serve with cilantro (optional).
Nutrition
Serving: 2cups | Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 19g | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 10g
Servings: 3 .5 litres
Calories: 334kcal
