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Liberian Peanut Butter Soup

Cultural Context

Liberian Peanut Butter Soup, a staple in Liberian cuisine, reflects the country's agricultural roots, where peanuts are a significant crop. Traditionally enjoyed during communal gatherings, this dish is rich and hearty, showcasing the blend of flavors from local ingredients. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Liberia, inspiring variations across West Africa and among global food enthusiasts.

LiberianLRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 medium-sized onions
Scotch bonnet pepper
chicken
salt
vinegar
nor seasoning
1 lemon or lime
bay leaves
pimento pepper
boiling water
can of tomato paste
8 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers similar creaminess with less saturated fat.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides protein while being plant-based and affordable.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense and often more affordable.

1

Chop 3 medium-sized onions and Scotch bonnet pepper (or habanero pepper).

2

Wash chicken with salt and vinegar.

3

Add the chopped onions and Scotch bonnet pepper to the chicken.

4

Add nor seasoning (or salt) and mix.

5

Season cook for 5 minutes, then add 1 lemon or lime and mix again.

6

Cover the pot and let it season cook for 5 minutes.

7

Blend pimento pepper until it turns into a paste.

8

After 5 minutes, check on the chicken and add bay leaves for aroma.

9

Pour in the blended pimento pepper (optional) and cover the pot to continue seasoning.

10

Add boiling water to the pot.

11

Add a can of tomato paste and mix well.

12

Cover the pot and cook for 5 minutes, then check on it.

13

Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more nor seasoning or salt if needed.

14

Add 8 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter and mix until dissolved.

15

Cook on low-medium heat for 5 minutes, checking to ensure it doesn't stick to the bottom.

16

Check the soup; the oil should be visible, indicating it's ready.

17

Optionally, add more lime or lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringblending

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Groundnut SoupPeanut Soup

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