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Sweet Potato Coconut Soup

Sweet Potato Coconut Soup

Delight in the comforting flavors of this Sweet Potato Coconut Soup, a perfect blend of earthy sweetness and creamy richness, with a touch of spice.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: DINNER PLATES
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Tropical
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 cups Sweet potatoes chopped
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons Red curry paste
  • 1 can Full-fat coconut milk
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for sautéing
  • to taste Salt and pepper for seasoning
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • large soup pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

How to Make Sweet Potato Coconut Soup
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Spread the chopped sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and golden brown.
  3. In a large soup pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  4. Toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Add the roasted sweet potatoes, full-fat coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  7. Using an immersion blender, blend until smooth and creamy.
  8. Stir in the lime juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Adjust the consistency with more vegetable broth if too thick.
  10. Serve warm, drizzling extra coconut milk on top and garnishing with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Always preheat your oven for even roasting. Use an immersion blender for a smooth texture without transferring the soup in batches.

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