West African Peanut Soup Recipe (Peanut Butter Soup)

Name: West African Peanut Soup Recipe (Peanut Butter Soup)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Moroccan, African
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon coconut oil; 1 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, diced; 1 tablespoon ginger, grated or minced; 1 Serrano chili, diced (for less spice add the whole chili (uncut)when adding the broth and then remove before serving); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 cups yams, cubed; 1 can of garbanzos or 1 1/2 cups, drained; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh); 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken stock; 1/2-1 cup creamy natural peanut butter-no sugar added (crunchy is fine too if you like more texture) see notes; 1- 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (more or less to taste); 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1/2 lb spinach (or a mix of baby kale and spinach is nice); Garnish: Cilantro, crushed peanuts, red pepper flakes

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:25min

Spicy African Peanut Soup is made with everyday pantry items that transform into a lively soup with full bodied flavors. Richly spiced with ginger, garlic, and chilies in a creamy peanut tomato base, this protein-rich soup is one you will crave. Vegan and Gluten-free!. Serve over millet, rice, or quinoa for a satisfying one bowl meal.

Updated at: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:04:24 GMT