Roasted Peanut and Ginger Soup with Nigerian Spice
A warm, comforting soup featuring roasted peanuts and fresh ginger, inspired by Nigerian flavors. This African-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs roasted unsalted peanuts, fresh ginger, minced, red bell pepper, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup roasted unsalted peanuts
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- to taste salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup water
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium chopped onion, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 1 medium chopped red bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, cooking for 2 minutes until the paste darkens slightly.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, 4 cups vegetable broth, and 1 cup water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Step 4: Using an immersion blender or in batches in a blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste, reheat gently, and serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Roasted Peanut and Ginger Soup with Nigerian Spice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Roasted Peanut and Ginger Soup with Nigerian Spice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep roasted unsalted peanuts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Roasted Peanut and Ginger Soup with Nigerian Spice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Roasted Peanut and Ginger Soup with Nigerian Spice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Roasted Peanut and Ginger Soup with Nigerian Spice?
African soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
