SPICY SWEET POTATO AND COCONUT SOUP

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This recipe is the epitome of all the things Thai food is known for - a perfect marriage of flavour, texture and heat. Keep the pesto separate if serving to a group, so that everyone can alter the heat to their preference.

Provided by YummySmellsca

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 large bowls, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 ounces unsalted peanuts, lightly toasted
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger
2 serrano peppers (seed if less heat is desired) or 2 Thai chiles, minced (seed if less heat is desired)
1 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup of fresh mint
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 lime, zest of
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon coconut oil
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups vegetable stock
1 2/3 cups coconut milk (one 13.5 oz can)
1 2/3 cups water (use the can to measure)
1 cup cauliflower floret
1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled, chopped and roasted

Steps:

  • Pesto:.
  • In a food processor, combine peanuts, garlic, ginger, chiles, cilantro, mint, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice and zest and brown sugar and process until mostly smooth. Set aside.
  • Soup:.
  • In a large pot, heat the oils over medium heat and add the onion.
  • Cook, stirring often, until the onion is beginning to turn golden - about 10 minutes.
  • Add the vegetable stock, coconut milk, cauliflower and sweet potatoes.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the cauliflower is very soft.
  • Let cool slightly, then pour into a food processor or blender, add the peanut mixture and puree smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.3, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 15.4, Sodium 284.1, Carbohydrate 78.8, Fiber 6, Sugar 51.1, Protein 7

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