Napa Dave's Caribbean Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Napa Dave's Caribbean Sweet Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 onion, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, mashed; 4 cups chicken stock; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated; ¼ cup peanut butter; 1 lime, juice of; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 large plum tomato, seeded and diced; ½ cup sour cream; 1 teaspoon grated lime zest

Servings: persons

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, mashed
4 cups chicken stock
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
¼ cup peanut butter
1 lime, juice of
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1 large plum tomato, seeded and diced
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon grated lime zest

1
For sauce:.
2
In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream and lime zest.
3
Set aside.
4
For Soup:.
5
Melt the butter in a dutch oven pre-heated over medium heat.
6
Add onion and garlic, and cook for about 5 minutes, until lightly browned.
7
Add sweet potatoes, and chicken stock.
8
Season with cumin, chili flakes and ginger.
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Bring to a boil.
10
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
11
Add the peanut butter.
12
Puree the soup in a blender in small batches, return to heat.
13
Stir in lime juice, and salt.
14
Ladle into warm bowls, and top with a scoop of the reserved sour cream sauce, some diced tomato, and a sprinkle of cilantro.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 onion, sliced, 2 garlic cloves, mashed, and more.

Yes, Napa Dave's Caribbean Sweet Potato 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Napa Dave's Caribbean Sweet Potato Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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