Spicy Peanut Soup

Spicy Peanut Soup is a creamy and flavorful vegan dish that combines the richness of peanut butter with a kick of spice. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup is both satisfying and nourishing.

Ingredients

• Coconut oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Canned diced tomatoes - 1 cup
• Peanut butter - 4 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sriracha - 1 tablespoon (adjust to taste)
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cilantro - for garnish
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced carrot and bell pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes, bringing the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to a simmer and stir in the peanut butter, soy sauce, and Sriracha, mixing until fully incorporated.
6. Let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice, adjusting seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from peanut butter, which can support heart health.
• Contains a variety of vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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