Groundnut Soup

Name: Groundnut Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: West African
Ingredients: 1/2 cup peanut butter (natural, unsweetened); 12 oz beef stew meat, cubed; 1/2 cup onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, minced; 8 oz sweet potato, cubed; 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

A rich, creamy peanut-based soup loaded with vegetables, meat, and warm spices. A comforting West African classic that's hearty and deeply satisfying.

65 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1/2 cup peanut butter (natural, unsweetened)
12 oz beef stew meat, cubed
1/2 cup onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
8 oz sweet potato, cubed
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
4 cups chicken broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz cubed beef stew meat and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
2

In the same pot, sauté 1/2 cup diced onion, 3 cloves minced garlic, and 1/2 tsp minced fresh ginger until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3

Add 2 tbsp tomato paste and stir for 1 minute. Return beef to the pot.
4

Pour in 4 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add 8 oz cubed sweet potato, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. Simmer for 25 minutes.
5

Stir in 1/2 cup peanut butter (natural, unsweetened) until fully dissolved. Add 2 cups chopped fresh spinach and simmer for 5 more minutes until spinach wilts.
6

Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot over rice if desired.

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What is Groundnut Soup?

A rich, creamy peanut-based soup loaded with vegetables, meat, and warm spices. A comforting West African classic that's hearty and deeply satisfying. This reference files it under West African soup: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 65 minutes start to finish.

How long does Groundnut Soup take?

As written, 65 minutes: 20 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (25 minutes): "Simmer for 25 minutes."

Is Groundnut Soup spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Groundnut Soup comes from 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Does Groundnut Soup contain peanuts?

Yes: 1/2 cup peanut butter (natural, unsweetened). The full allergen list for this entry is peanuts. Where the peanuts are a garnish, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds give the same crunch. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Can I freeze Groundnut Soup?

Yes. Refrigerate Groundnut Soup for up to four days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it. The potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so this one is better kept in the refrigerator.

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