African peanut soup is rich, cozy, and deeply satisfying, all while using simple pantry staples. The combination of tomatoes, peanut butter, and warm spices creates a creamy, savory broth with just the right balance of sweetness and heat. This soup is naturally filling, budget-friendly, and easy to customize, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep when you want something comforting without a lot of effort.
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Ingredients
Oil
Used to sauté the aromatics and build the base flavor of the soup.
Onion
Adds natural sweetness and depth as it cooks down.
Ginger
Brings warmth and a slightly spicy, fresh flavor that balances the richness.
Garlic
Enhances the savory notes and adds depth to the broth.
Sweet potato
Adds natural sweetness, heartiness, and helps thicken the soup.
Tomato paste
Provides concentrated tomato flavor and richness.
Crushed tomatoes
Create the tomato base and balance the peanut butter.
Broth
Forms the liquid base and ties all the flavors together.
Peanut butter
The star of the soup, adding creaminess, protein, and a nutty depth.
White beans
Make the soup more filling and add extra protein and texture.
Spinach
Adds color, nutrients, and a mild earthy flavor.
Sriracha (optional)
Adds heat and can be adjusted to taste.
Salt
Enhances and balances all the flavors.
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the garlic, ginger, and onion in the oil until the onions are translucent
Add the sweet potato, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and broth allow to simmer for 10 minutes
Stir in the peanut butter and beans, and siracha if desired
Add the spinach until warmed through
Remove from heat and top with serving suggestions if desired
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African Peanut Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 onion diced
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 sweet potato peeled, diced, and cooked
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups broth
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 15 ounces small white beans
- 1 cup spinach frozen
- 1 tablespoon sriracha optional
- salt to taste
- chopped peanuts serving suggestion
- minced cilantro leaves serving suggestion
- green onions serving suggestion
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the garlic, ginger, and onion in the oil until the onions are translucent
- Add the sweet potato, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and broth allow to simmer for 10 minutes
- Stir in the peanut butter and beans, and siracha if desired
- Add the spinach until warmed through
- Remove from heat and top with serving suggestions if desired
