Grenadian Callaloo And Sweet Potato Soup

This Grenadian Callaloo and Sweet Potato Soup is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. The combination of callaloo, a leafy green vegetable, and sweet potato creates a hearty and flavorful soup that is a staple in Grenadian cuisine.

Grenadian Callaloo And Sweet Potato Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 lb callaloo, chopped
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (optional for heat)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  2. Add the sweet potatoes, callaloo, and scotch bonnet pepper to the pot.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  4. Stir in the coconut milk and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches.
  6. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, then serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Large pot Immersion blender or regular blender Soup ladle

Tools

Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the Grenadian Callaloo and Sweet Potato Soup with a side of crusty bread or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a milder version, remove the seeds and membrane from the scotch bonnet pepper before adding it to the soup.

Cost

$15