Curried Sweet Potato Soup
Amy
This Curried Sweet Potato Soup is a cozy bowl of comfort, blending velvety textures with a symphony of warm, aromatic spices. The natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes pairs beautifully with the earthy depth of curry, creating a dish that’s both nourishing and indulgent.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoons madras curry powder
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, chopped into cubes
- ½ cup peas (can be frozen)
- 1 can lite coconut milk (2 cups)
- 2-4 cups veggie broth (less for a thicker consistency, more for thinner)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- squeeze of one juicy lime
- a few handfuls of spinach
- salt
- handful of chopped cilantro, for garnish
- a few pinches of red pepper flakes
In a large pot, heat coconut oil. Add onion and some salt salt. Cook, stirring, until it becomes translucent. (about 5 minutes).
Add curry powder and garlic and cook for another 30 seconds (don’t let either burn).
Add a good squeeze of lime, coconut milk, broth, chopped sweet potatoes, brown sugar and a little more salt.
Turn heat down and simmer, covered, until the sweet potatoes are soft (20-30 minutes).
Stir in the peas and spinach and cook for just another minute or two.
Taste and adjust seasonings, adding a few pinches of red pepper flakes if you want it a little spicy.
Top with cilantro and serve with naan bread on the side.
Keyword comfort food, curry, soup, sweet potato, vegan