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West African Peanut Soup (Mafe)

West African Peanut Soup (Mafe) to Warm Your Heart


  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A hearty and flavorful soup made with peanuts and spices.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 sweet potato, diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until soft.
  2. Add diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in peanut butter until well combined.
  4. Add vegetable broth, carrots, and sweet potato.
  5. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Blend the soup until smooth if desired.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Serve with rice or bread for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: West African

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: West African Peanut Soup, Mafe, Vegan soup