Description
Moroccan Sweet Potato Soup is a vibrant, soul-warming dish that combines the spicy warmth of cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika with the natural sweetness and creaminess of sweet potatoes. This velvety soup is aromatic, nutritious, and easy to prepare, making it perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests with an adventurous yet approachable recipe. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, it offers a rich blend of flavors and comforting texture in every bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
Spices
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Liquids & Oils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Begin by peeling and dicing your sweet potatoes into uniform chunks to ensure even cooking. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic and ginger for a fragrant base.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat up olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add the onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until they are soft and translucent, releasing their wonderful aromas.
- Toast the Spices: Add ground cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika to the pot. Stir frequently for about a minute to toast the spices, unlocking their earthy flavors without burning them.
- Combine Sweet Potatoes and Broth: Add the diced sweet potatoes and pour in the vegetable broth, bringing everything to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Using an immersion blender directly in the pot or carefully transferring to a countertop blender, puree the soup until silky and smooth, creating that classic velvety texture.
- Final Seasoning and Brightness: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors perfectly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh spices whenever possible to elevate the flavor far beyond pre-ground versions.
- Simmer the soup gently to allow the spices to infuse deeply with the sweet potatoes.
- Don’t skip the lemon juice as its acidity balances the natural sweetness and enhances depth.
- Adjust the soup’s consistency by adding more broth or water if too thick, or simmer longer if too thin.
- Consider adding roasted seeds or toasted nuts as a finishing garnish to add texture and contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240 ml)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Moroccan soup, sweet potato soup, vegan soup, gluten free, spicy soup, autumn recipe, root vegetable soup
