Peanut Butter Soup

This Vegan Chinese Peanut Butter Soup is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines rich peanut butter with fresh vegetables and spices for a delightful experience. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it offers a unique twist on traditional soup with its nutty aroma and satisfying texture.

Ingredients

• Peanut butter - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
2. Add the diced carrot and bell pepper to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly tender.
3. Stir in the peanut butter, soy sauce, vegetable broth, and coconut milk. Mix well until the peanut butter is fully incorporated.
4. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the fresh spinach and sliced green onions to the pot, and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions and a sprinkle of chili flakes if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in healthy fats from peanut butter, which can support heart health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall wellness.
• Provides a good source of protein, making it filling and satisfying.

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