Warm, creamy, and packed with flavor, this curried sweet potato soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. The combination of sweet potatoes, aromatic spices, and coconut milk creates a rich and satisfying soup that is both healthy and delicious. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a wholesome and filling meal that the whole family will love. This vegetarian and gluten-free soup is also great for meal prepping and can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner throughout the week.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Stir in curry powder, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
- Add cubed sweet potatoes to the pot and stir to coat with the spices.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in coconut milk and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes to heat through.
- Serve the curried sweet potato soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants.
Curry powder is a blend of various spices, typically including turmeric, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cardamom, among others.
Coconut milk adds a creamy and slightly sweet flavor to the soup, while also providing healthy fats.