Description
This Sweet Potato Coconut Velouté is a warm and comforting dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the creamy richness of coconut milk and aromatic spices. Perfect for chilly evenings, it’s an experience that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
- Optional: sliced red chili, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering (about 1 minute), add the finely chopped onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant. Avoid browning the onion, as this can alter the flavor.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot, stirring constantly for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can become bitter.
- Stir in the diced sweet potatoes, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the spices to toast slightly and coat the sweet potatoes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender. Just be cautious of the hot liquid!
- Once blended, return the soup to low heat. Stir in the coconut milk and lime juice, seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste. Heat through for an additional 3-5 minutes, but do not let it boil again.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and optional sliced red chili for an added kick. Enjoy your delicious velouté!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: For an ultra-smooth texture, blend the soup in batches if using a countertop blender. Be cautious with cayenne pepper; start with a smaller amount and add more to taste. Using a high-quality vegetable broth can significantly enhance the flavor of your soup.