Peanut Butter Soup
Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly unique, Peanut Butter Soup is a hearty bowl of heaven inspired by West African flavors. This rich and savory soup combines smooth peanut butter with the earthiness of sweet potatoes, the zing of fresh ginger, and the warmth of spices like cumin and smoked paprika. A touch of tomato paste adds depth, while optional cayenne pepper provides a subtle kick. Blended to the perfect balance of creamy and chunky, this satisfying dish is a cozy, protein-packed meal that's both easy to prepare and full of vibrant taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro and crunchy peanuts for a delightful finishing touch. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this peanut butter soup recipe is guaranteed to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup Canned diced tomatoes
- 1 medium Sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the tomato paste, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for an additional minute, stirring to coat the onion mixture.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and stir to combine.
Add the smooth peanut butter, diced tomatoes, and sweet potato chunks. Stir well to incorporate the peanut butter into the liquid.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potato is tender.
Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks for texture. Alternatively, transfer half the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.6 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1579 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 477 mg | 10% | |
*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.
