How to cook potatoe soup in Congolese way

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Almond milk reduces calories while keeping a creamy texture.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier and can be made from scraps.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and fiber.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic, diced carrots, and bell peppers; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add diced potatoes and stir to combine with the vegetables.

Pour in vegetable broth and add bay leaves and thyme; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.

Stir in coconut milk and heat through, about 2-3 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes to taste.

Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and garnish with chopped parsley.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level: