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Peanut Butter Soup

Cultural Context

Originating in West Africa, Peanut Butter Soup, or Groundnut Soup, is a beloved dish that highlights the region's agricultural bounty, particularly peanuts. Traditionally served with rice or fufu, it reflects the resourcefulness of local communities in creating hearty meals from staple ingredients. Today, this comforting soup has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations found in many African and international kitchens.

GhanaianGHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup peanut butter
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 medium tomatoes
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups spinach
2 medium carrots
1 medium bell pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons palm oil
1 cup chicken or vegetable protein

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock is fresher and can be made with scraps.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor profile.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Both kale and collard greens are nutrient-rich and affordable.

1

Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

3

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

6

Reduce heat and stir in peanut butter until fully incorporated.

7

Add chopped spinach, carrots, and bell pepper; simmer for 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.

8

Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to taste.

9

Remove from heat and blend the soup until smooth, using an immersion blender or in batches.

10

Return to pot, adjust seasoning, and stir in lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblending

Equipment Needed

large potimmersion blender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Groundnut SoupPeanut Soup

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