Sweet Potato Curry Soup
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Sweet Potato Curry Soup
Description
Sweet Potato Curry Soup centers on sweet potatoes simmered until soft in a spiced broth of curry powder, cinnamon, coriander, and cumin, along with a bay leaf. The soup is started by sautéing the onions and sweet potatoes until edges brown slightly, which adds depth. Once simmered in chicken or vegetable broth, the mixture is blended to achieve a completely smooth texture. Coconut milk is then stirred in over low heat, creating a creamy finish without overpowering the underlying flavors. The final soup offers a warm, aromatic profile with a subtle sweetness balanced by savory spices.
The soup can be served warm in bowls and makes a filling lunch or light dinner. The use of coconut milk adds a gentle richness, while the mild spices provide complexity without heat. Its smooth texture and balanced flavor make it a versatile option alongside crusty bread or a light salad.
The optional garnish of dehydrated marshmallows adds a unique sweet touch and textural contrast. Though uncommon, it can enhance presentation and taste. The soup is suited for making ahead and reheats well due to its smooth base.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion roughly diced
- 4 large sweet potato peeled and cubed
- 6 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 3/4 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 bay leaf
- 13.5 oz coconut milk light
- marshmallow for garnish, optional, dehydrated
Instructions
- In a large pot, preheat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté onions and sweet potatoes 5-7 minutes or until edges start to brown.
- Add chicken broth and all spices. Stir well, cover and bring to boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or until veggies are fork tender, stirring occasionally.
- Remove bay leaf and using an immersion blender or electric blender, blend soup until completely smooth.
- Place pureed soup over low heat and stir in coconut milk.
- When ready to serve, ladle into bowls and top with dehydrated marshmallows, if desired.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 508 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 508kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 78g | 26% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 1578mg | 66% |
| Potassium | 1297mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 48265IU | 965% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.