African Tomato & Peanut Soup with Sweet Potato & Chickpeas

Peanuts are native to South America but were brought to Africa by Portuguese traders in the 16th century. They have since become a staple ingredient in many African dishes.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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African Tomato & Peanut Soup with Sweet Potato & Chickpeas

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: African Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Tomatoes
• 4 tablespoon Peanut Butter
• 2 medium Sweet Potato
• 1 can Chickpeas
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 4 cup Vegetable Stock
• 1 can Coconut Milk
• 1 bunch Cilantro
• juice of 1 Lime
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat some oil and sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
2. Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper. Stir well.
3. Add the sweet potato, tomatoes, vegetable stock, and coconut milk. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
5. Stir in the peanut butter and chickpeas. Cook for another 5 minutes.
6. Season with salt and lime juice.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 10g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.