African Inspired Sweet Potato, Peanut, And Paprika

Name: African Inspired Sweet Potato, Peanut, And Paprika Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large, orange fleshed sweet potates, scrubbed and split in half, lengthwise; 6 teaspoons oilive oil, divided; 1 yellow onion, diced; 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 1/2 cup creamy salted peanut butter; 2 teaspoons sweet paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 cup cream; juice of 1/2 lime (about 1 -1 1/2 teaspoons); 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro, plus extra for garnish; sea salt, to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped salted peanuts, for optional garnish

Servings: persons

2 large, orange fleshed sweet potates, scrubbed and split in half, lengthwise
6 teaspoons oilive oil, divided
1 yellow onion, diced
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1/2 cup creamy salted peanut butter
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup cream
juice of 1/2 lime (about 1 -1 1/2 teaspoons)
1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro, plus extra for garnish
sea salt, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped salted peanuts, for optional garnish

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking pan with tinfoil (for easy clean up). Brush the flesh of the sweet potatoes with 2 teaspoons olive oil; roast flesh side down for 40-45 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Cool. Scoop out the flesh, and discard the skins.
2
In a deep pot over medium heat, saute onion in remaining 4 teaspoons olive oil for 5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Add cooked potato flesh and broth. Bring to a boil; reduce to low, and add brown sugar, peanut butter, sweet paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook 7-8 minutes. Turn off heat, and cool 5-10 minutes before pureeing.
3
Working in batches, puree the soup in a blender until smooth; return to the pot over low heat. Add the cream, lime juice, and cilantro; stir occasionally until the soup is thoroughly heated, 8-10 minutes. Season to taste with salt. If you prefer a thinner soup, simply add a bit more broth until desired consistency is reached.
4
Garnish individual bowls with thinly sliced fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large, orange fleshed sweet potates, scrubbed and split in half, lengthwise, 6 teaspoons oilive oil, divided, 1 yellow onion, diced, 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, and more.

Yes, African Inspired Sweet Potato, Peanut, And Paprika Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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African Inspired Sweet Potato, Peanut, And Paprika Soup

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