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AFRICAN SWEET POTATO SOUP

Creamy 30-Minute African Sweet Potato Soup Recipe


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and flavorful soup made with sweet potatoes, spices, and coconut milk.


Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until softened.
  3. Add sweet potatoes, cumin, coriander, and chili powder. Stir well.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and coconut milk. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro or roasted peanuts.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: African