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African Peanut Soup

A comforting, creamy soup made with peanut butter, fresh vegetables, and rich flavors, inspired by West African traditions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: African, Vegan
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Creamy peanut butter Avoid chunky peanut butter for a smoother texture.
  • 2 cups Chopped tomatoes Canned or fresh, depending on availability.
  • 1 large Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 cups Chopped greens Kale or spinach.
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth For maximum flavor, vegetable broth is preferred.
  • 1 cup Chopped carrots
  • 1 medium Sweet potato Peeled and chopped.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper To taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper Add for heat, optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger For a flavor kick, optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in chopped carrots and sweet potatoes with a pinch of salt. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cooking
  1. Add chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot, bringing the mixture to a low boil.
  2. Once the vegetables are tender, scoop peanut butter into a bowl and mix with some hot soup liquid until smooth. Pour back into the pot.
  3. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
  4. Add greens last, stirring until just wilted before serving.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, with bread, rice, or enjoy on its own.

Notes

This soup can be frozen for later use. It reheats beautifully. Customize the greens or add ginger and smoked paprika for additional flavor. Perfect for busy evenings or as a comforting dish on a rainy day.