Sweet Potato, Coconut and Chilli soup
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
55 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
511 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
International
Sweet Potato, Coconut and Chilli soup
Description
This recipe starts by gently cooking sliced onions low and slow to develop a deep, golden color and sweet flavor. Spices including turmeric, minced garlic, ginger paste, and chopped red chilli are added to the caramelized base to build aromatic depth. Sweet potato chunks are stirred in before adding vegetable stock and coconut milk to create a rich and creamy soup.
The soup is seasoned with salt, black pepper, and brightened with lime juice and zest for a lively finish. Coconut milk lends a silky texture, while the chilli adds mild heat. Optional coriander and chopped peanuts garnish the soup, adding freshness and crunch.
This soup suits cooler days when a nourishing, slightly spicy, and creamy dish is welcome. The balance of sweetness from sweet potatoes and warm spices makes it comforting and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil for frying
- 2 onion large, sliced
- ½ red chilli or a whole chilli if you like more heat, finely sliced
- 2 teaspoons garlic chopped
- 2 teaspoons ginger or two tsp. grated garlic, paste
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 kilogram sweet potato yellow, sliced into chunks, 2.2lb
- 750 millilitre vegetable stock 3 cups
- 400 millilitre coconut milk 3.5 fl oz
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lime we will use the juice of half and the zest of the whole lime
- Coriander for garnishing, optional
- peanut chopped, for garnishing, optional but recommended
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, cover with a lid and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes.
- After 5 minutes, remove the lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook the onions gently for an additional 15 minutes, stirring frequently. If it seems like the onions are sticking, add a tiny splash of water. The onions should now have developed a rich, golden-brown colour. Exercise caution to prevent the onions from burning, as it can impart a bitter taste.
- Add a small splash of water and briefly deglaze the pan by scraping the bottom with a spoon to release any stuck-on bits. This will add flavour to the soup.
- Next, add the chopped red chilli, chopped garlic, ginger paste and turmeric. Increase the heat to medium and stir the spices into the caramelised onions for 1-2 minutes or until they smell fragrant.
- Add the chunks of sweet potato and stir them into the onion mixture for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the prepared vegetable stock, coconut milk, salt and black pepper. Stir everything together and bring it up to a simmer. Cook over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are soft and break apart when pierced with a fork.
- Use a stick blender to blend the soup into a smooth, thick consistency with no visible chunks. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a food processor and blend until smooth.If you prefer a thinner soup, add more coconut milk, cream, vegetable stock or water.
- Finally, add the zest of one whole lime and the juice of half a lime. Test for seasoning and add more salt if needed. If you prefer an extra zing, feel free to add more lime juice.
- Spoon the soup into bowls and garnish with your favourite toppings, such as sliced chilli, fresh coriander leaves, chopped peanuts, extra black pepper or a swirl of coconut milk or cream.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 511 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 511kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 64g | 21% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Sodium | 1489mg | 62% |
| Potassium | 1191mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 35929IU | 719% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 12% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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