Sweet potato and ginger soup (with a kick) Recipe

Name: Sweet potato and ginger soup (with a kick) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1.5 pounds peeled sweet potatoes cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 large onion, diced; 1 tbsp butter; 1 pinch brown sugar; 3 large garlic cloves, sliced; 1.5 tsp fresh chopped (finely diced) ginger; 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg; 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (more or less depending on how spicy you like it); 3 to 6 cups of chicken broth (depending on how thick you want the soup); salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 tbsp olive oil
1.5 pounds peeled sweet potatoes cut into 1-inch chunks
1 large onion, diced
1 tbsp butter
1 pinch brown sugar
3 large garlic cloves, sliced
1.5 tsp fresh chopped (finely diced) ginger
0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (more or less depending on how spicy you like it)
3 to 6 cups of chicken broth (depending on how thick you want the soup)
salt and pepper to taste

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Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep pan.
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Add sweet potato chunks, then onion, stirring very little at first then more frequently until veggies start to turn golden brown.
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(approx.
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10 mins)
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Reduce heat to low and add butter, sugar and garlic.
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Continue cooking until veggies are rich spotty caramel colour.
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(another 10 mins)
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Add ginger, nutmeg and cayenne pepper, continue to saute for 1 more min.
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Add broth (you decide how much or little depending on how thick you like your soup).
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Simmer, partially covered, until sweet potatoes are tender (approx.
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10 mins).
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Using a blender, puree until very smooth - 30 secs to 1 min.
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Return to pan.
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If you wish you can add some milk or half and half (I tried that the first time I made this and it was a little rich for me).
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Add salt and pepper to taste.
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Heat through and ladle into bowls.

580

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1.5 pounds peeled sweet potatoes cut into 1-inch chunks, 1 large onion, diced, 1 tbsp butter, and more.

Yes, Sweet potato and ginger soup (with a kick) Recipe 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!