Creamy Sweet Potato Soup
Warm, velvety, and nourishing, this Creamy Sweet Potato Soup is the perfect comfort dish for chilly days. Based on my grandmother’s cherished recipe, this modern adaptation enhances its natural sweetness while balancing it with a hint of spice, creating a rich and flavourful soup that’s both healthy and satisfying.
Ready in under an hour, this soup is not only ideal for a cosy dinner but also makes a fantastic meal-prep option for the week ahead. With its vibrant color and creamy texture, it’s sure to warm you from the inside out. Serve it with a slice of crusty bread or a drizzle of olive oil for an extra touch. Enjoy a bowl of comfort that honors tradition while fitting seamlessly into contemporary tastes!
Ingredients
4 medium sized sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)(can be substituted with same amount of ground Ñoras)
1 litre chicken broth
1 sprig fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
400 ml coconut milk (or any plant-based milk) any cooking cream will do in a pinch
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the chili powder (if using), cooking for another minute to release their flavors.
3
Add the ground nutmeg , thyme and diced sweet potatoes to the pot, and pour in the chicken broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Cover and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender. Alternatively you can make this in a pressure cooker or instant pot.
4
Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender, blending until smooth and returning it to the pot.
5
Stir in the coconut milk or cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the soup for another 5 minutes until heated through.
6
Ladle the soup into bowls, and enjoy!
