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African Peanut Soup Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful African Peanut Soup made with sweet potatoes, tomatoes, peanut butter, and leafy greens. This comforting soup combines savory and slightly spicy flavors with creamy peanut butter for a nutritious and satisfying meal perfect for any season.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced or crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups chopped kale or collard greens
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

For Garnish

  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Instructions

  1. Sauté onion: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Combine sweet potatoes and tomatoes: Add cubed sweet potatoes and canned tomatoes to the pot. Cook for 2–3 minutes to blend the flavors.
  4. Simmer broth and potatoes: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  5. Incorporate peanut butter: In a separate bowl, mix some hot broth from the pot with the peanut butter until smooth. Stir this peanut mixture back into the soup pot.
  6. Continue simmering: Simmer the soup for another 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
  7. Add greens: Stir in the chopped kale or collard greens and cook until the greens are wilted, about 5 minutes.
  8. Season: Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes to your taste.
  9. Serve and garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro and chopped peanuts before serving.

Notes

  • Use natural peanut butter (unsweetened) for authentic flavor and creaminess.
  • Substitute kale with collard greens or spinach if preferred.
  • Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder soup.
  • This soup can be blended for a smoother texture if desired.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and taste great reheated.

Keywords: African Peanut Soup, sweet potato soup, peanut butter soup, vegetarian soup, hearty soup, kale soup, nutritious soup

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