West African Peanut Soup

West African Peanut Soup
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    325

Embark on a culinary journey to West Africa with this vibrant and comforting peanut soup. The surprising combination of ripe tomatoes and creamy peanut butter creates a symphony of flavors that is both savory and subtly sweet, with a gentle kick of spice.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    31 g
  • Fiber
    6 g
  • Protein
    17 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    777 mg
  • Sugar
    11 g
  • Fat
    33 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a large stock pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Add diced onions, chopped bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned. (Approximately 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the canned tomatoes with their juice, vegetable broth, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer, uncovered. (Approximately 2 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

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Recipe View 1 mins Add uncooked rice to the soup, stirring well to combine. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 25 mins Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the soup has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

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Recipe View 2 mins Once the rice is cooked, whisk in the creamy peanut butter until fully incorporated and the soup is smooth. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Return the soup to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, to ensure the peanut butter is fully integrated and the soup is heated through.

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Recipe View Serve hot, garnished generously with chopped roasted peanuts for added texture and flavor.

For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable broth or add a bouillon cube.
Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your spice preference. A pinch of cayenne pepper can also be added for extra heat.
If you prefer a smoother soup, you can use an immersion blender to partially or fully blend the soup after the rice is cooked.
This soup freezes well, making it a great make-ahead meal. Allow the soup to cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers.

Jordon Cartwright

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 108 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Kaleigh Brakus

    The spice level was perfect for my family. My kids even loved it!

  • Mallory Kemmer

    Easy to follow and so flavorful! I used sweet potatoes instead of rice for a healthier alternative and it was amazing!

  • Kelsie Collins

    This soup is absolutely delicious! The peanut butter adds such a unique and creamy texture. I will definitely make this again!

  • Drew Konopelski

    I added a can of chickpeas for extra protein and it was a great addition. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!

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