Sopa De Batata Doce E Coco (sweet Potato And Coconut Soup)

Sopa de Batata Doce e Coco, or Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup, is a popular and comforting dish in Mozambican cuisine. This creamy and flavorful soup is perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.

Sopa De Batata Doce E Coco (sweet Potato And Coconut Soup)

Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  2. Add the diced sweet potatoes, ground cumin, and ground cinnamon to the pot. Stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  4. Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  5. Stir in the coconut milk and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat and serve the Sopa de Batata Doce e Coco hot, garnished with a drizzle of coconut milk and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
14g

Supplies

Large pot Immersion blender Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Sopa de Batata Doce e Coco pairs well with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a squeeze of lime juice or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro before serving.

Cost

$10