How To Make African Plantain Soup
A hearty and comforting soup made with ripe plantains and a blend of African spices.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains, peeled and chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp of freshly grated ginger
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 1 tsp of cumin powder
- 1 tsp of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp of vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
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In a large pot over medium heat, heat up the vegetable oil.
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Add chopped onions and minced garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
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Add chopped plantains, ginger, cumin and paprika, and stir well to combine.
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Pour in vegetable broth and coconut milk, and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the plantains are soft and tender.
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Puree the soup using an immersion blender, or transfer to a blender and blend until smooth.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Calories : 326kcal
- Total Fat : 20g
- Saturated Fat : 17g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 483mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 36g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 16g
- Protein : 3g
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