Creamy Thai Sweet Potato Soup
Indulge in the bold, comforting flavors of Creamy Thai Sweet Potato Soup, a luscious blend of velvety sweet potatoes, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk. Infused with red curry paste, fresh ginger, and a hint of lime juice, this vibrant soup brings an irresistible balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes to your table. Perfectly spiced and effortlessly smooth, it’s a 45-minute, one-pot recipe that’s both vegan and gluten-free, making it a wholesome choice for weeknight dinners or cozy lunches. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, chopped peanuts, or chili flakes for customizable toppings that elevate every spoonful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 1 to taste optional toppings (e.g., chopped peanuts, chili flakes, extra cilantro)
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Dice the yellow onion and sauté it in the pot for 5-6 minutes until soft and translucent.
Mince the garlic and finely grate the fresh ginger. Add both to the pot and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the red curry paste and let it cook for 1-2 minutes to release its flavors.
Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the pot. Stir well to coat them in the curry mixture.
Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
Using an immersion blender (or a regular blender in batches), puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, peanuts, chili flakes, or any toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.7 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6154 mg | 268% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.4 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.3 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 429 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2658 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
