Description
A flavorful and hearty Spicy Peanut Soup with Sweet Potato and Kale that combines the creaminess of peanut butter with the sweetness of sweet potatoes, the earthiness of kale, and a kick of spice. This vegan and gluten-free soup is a perfect blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp red curry paste
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 bunch kale, stems removed, leaves chopped
- juice of 1 lime
- chopped peanuts and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic, ginger, curry paste, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant.
- Add sweet potato, diced tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Stir in peanut butter, soy sauce, and salt. Add kale and cook until wilted. Finish with lime juice.
- Serve hot, topped with peanuts and cilantro.
Notes
- Add cooked rice or chickpeas to make it more filling.
- Adjust spice level by increasing or omitting red pepper flakes and curry paste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: African-Inspired, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
