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Hearty African Peanut Soup for Comforting Nights


  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Creamy, comforting, and rich in flavor, this African Peanut Soup recipe blends peanut butter, sweet potatoes, and spices into a hearty plant-based meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (natural, unsweetened)
  • 2 cups chopped cabbage (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Add garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in sweet potatoes, tomatoes, and chili flakes. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Stir in the peanut butter until fully melted and the broth is creamy.
  7. Add cabbage, if using, and cook until just softened.
  8. Season with salt and stir in the lime juice.
  9. Serve hot, optionally over rice or with crusty bread.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: Soup
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: African

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cup
    • Calories: 385
    • Sugar: 6g
    • Sodium: 500mg
    • Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 34g
    • Fiber: 7g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg

    Keywords: African Peanut Soup, Vegan Soup, Gluten-Free Soup