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.
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
- 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.
- Add the diced sweet potatoes, ground cumin, and ground cinnamon to the pot. Stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
- 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.
- Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the coconut milk and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 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