AFRICAN SWEET POTATO AND PEANUT SOUP

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Adapted from the Moosewood cookbook for West African Groundnut Stew. Wine or other fruit and vegetable juices (example, apricot or tomato) would also work as substitutes for the liquids. Thanks to Brooke the Cook in WI for putting this recipe in her best of 2008 cookbook!

Provided by Maito

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 tablespoon peanut oil
1/2 cup onion, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups cabbage, shredded
1 sweet potato, diced
1 eggplant, diced (optional)
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth or 1 (15 ounce) can vegetable broth
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (5 1/2 ounce) can apple juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 tablespoons peanut butter
1/2 lemon, juice of
parsley
cilantro
peanuts
coconut (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil over medium high heat and add onions. Saute for a few minutes, until starting to show a little color.
  • Add garlic and ginger, and sauté a few more minutes. Stir in spices. Add cabbage, sweet potato, eggplant (if using), broth, tomatoes, apple juice, and salt.
  • Cover and bring to a boil. Simmer, mostly covered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Check sweet potatoes for doneness. Turn off heat, stir in peanut butter until melts, then add lemon juice to combine.
  • Serve topped with cilantro, parsley, and peanuts.

Jose Juarez
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Hamxii Awan
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I love the fact that this soup is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthy and delicious meal that I can feel good about serving to my family.


ahad mahmud
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This soup is a delicious and affordable meal. It's perfect for a family on a budget.


lain xoxo
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and peanuts. I'll definitely be making it again.


Johannah Lenkokile
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This soup is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


Md Sifat Talukther
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try. This soup definitely fits the bill! It's unique, flavorful, and easy to make.


Bibeksha Bibeksha
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet potatoes and peanuts.


Caelen McAleese Rose
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I'm vegan, so I omitted the chicken broth from this recipe. It was still delicious!


Jomosh
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I'm allergic to peanuts, so I substituted peanut butter in this recipe. It turned out great!


Avery Hughes
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This soup is too spicy for me. I think I'll try making it again with less chili pepper.


nicola barlas
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my soup turned out bland. I think I might have added too much water.


Emmanuel Sedeke
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Anas Sleem
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on the weekend and then reheated it for lunch during the week.


Meherab Hosen
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I love the creamy texture of this soup. It's so comforting and flavorful.


Fuzailxon Mansurxonov
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This soup is delicious! I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


Hinda Ali
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I also added some chopped carrots and celery to the soup for extra flavor.


abdul jabbar abduljabbar
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I'm not a huge fan of sweet potatoes, but I really enjoyed this soup. The peanuts and spices balanced out the sweetness of the potatoes perfectly.


Mumtaz Zaidi
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This soup was easy to make and turned out great! I used canned sweet potatoes and peanuts to save time, and it still tasted delicious.


Damtutin Mose
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I love the combination of sweet potatoes and peanuts in this soup. It's a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.


Rdvaughn Vaughn
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This soup is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold day. The sweet potatoes and peanuts give it a unique and flavorful taste.


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