Peanut Butter Soup (liberian Style Peanut Butter Soup)

Peanut Butter Soup, also known as Groundnut Soup, is a popular dish in Liberian cuisine. This hearty and flavorful soup is made with a base of peanut butter and is often served with rice or fufu.

Peanut Butter Soup (liberian Style Peanut Butter Soup)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups peanut butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 pound chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 cups spinach, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
  3. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the peanut butter until well combined.
  5. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve the peanut butter soup hot with rice or fufu.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
22g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Peanut Butter Soup with a side of steamed rice and a sprinkle of chopped peanuts for added crunch.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can omit the chicken and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Cost

$15