Creamy Indian Spiced Sweet Potato Soup
This luscious and aromatic Creamy Indian Spiced Sweet Potato Soup is an exquisite blend of sweet and savory flavors, making it a delightful addition to your holiday table. Infused with fragrant spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and a hint of heat from red chili powder, this soup beautifully complements the rich sweetness of the sweet potatoes. Perfect for warming your guests’ hearts and appetites before the main event, this soup is an elegant way to start the meal, ensuring your tablescape remains intact without sacrificing flavor. Each spoonful is a comforting hug, bringing together the warmth of Indian cuisine with the joy of the season.
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Servings
267
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
4 cups (Mashed)
Heavy Cream
2 cups (None)
Milk
2 cups (None)
Butter
1/2 cup (None)
Cinnamon Stick
1 (None)
Bay Leaf
1 (None)
Black Cardamom Pods
2 (None)
Green Cardamom Pods
4 (None)
Ginger-Garlic Paste
1 tablespoon (None)
Ground Coriander
1/2 teaspoon (None)
Red Chili Powder
1/2 teaspoon (None)
Ground Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (None)
Coriander Leaves (Cilantro)
to garnish (Chopped)
Instructions
1
Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil them in a pot of salted water until tender, about 20 minutes, then drain and mash until smooth. Set aside.
2
In a large stock pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
3
Add the whole spices: cinnamon stick, black cardamom pods, green cardamom pods, and bay leaf. Sauté the spices for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the aroma wafts through the kitchen and the pods begin to crack open.
4
Carefully remove the whole spices from the pot and discard them, but leave the fragrant butter in the pot.
5
Add the ginger-garlic paste to the pot and sauté for an additional 2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
6
Incorporate the mashed sweet potatoes and stir well to combine, ensuring they fully absorb the flavored butter.
7
While continuously whisking, slowly add in the milk and heavy cream, mixing until completely smooth and creamy.
8
Stir in the ground coriander, red chili powder, and ground nutmeg. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
9
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 35-45 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
10
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Before serving, garnish with fresh coriander leaves (cilantro) for a burst of freshness.
Nutrition Information
14g
Fat
32.5g
Carbs
2.7g
Protein
5.3g
Fiber
3.3g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Indian Spiced Sweet Potato Soup?
It is an exquisite blend of sweet and savory flavors, combining sweet potatoes with aromatic Indian spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg.
What are the main ingredients for this soup?
The main ingredients include sweet potatoes, heavy cream, milk, butter, and a variety of whole and ground spices.
Is this sweet potato soup vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is categorized under vegetarian tags.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 267 calories per serving.
How do I prepare the sweet potatoes?
Peel and chop them into chunks, boil in salted water for 20 minutes, then drain and mash until smooth.
Which whole spices are used in the recipe?
The recipe uses a cinnamon stick, bay leaf, black cardamom pods, and green cardamom pods.
Should I leave the whole spices in the soup?
No, you should sauté them in butter for 2-3 minutes to infuse the flavor and then remove and discard them before adding other ingredients.
What ground spices are added to the soup?
Ground coriander, red chili powder, and ground nutmeg are added for flavor and a hint of heat.
How long does the soup need to simmer?
The soup should simmer gently on low heat for 35-45 minutes to let the flavors meld and the soup thicken.
What is the recommended garnish?
The soup should be garnished with fresh chopped coriander leaves (cilantro) for a burst of freshness.
What type of dairy is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of heavy cream, 2 cups of milk, and 1/2 cup of butter.
How much fat is in this soup?
Each serving contains 14g of fat.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 32.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
Does this soup provide any fiber?
Yes, it contains 5.3g of fiber per serving.
How much protein is in the soup?
The soup provides 2.7g of protein per serving.
Is this soup spicy?
It contains a hint of heat from 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder along with warm spices like ginger and garlic.
When should I add the ginger-garlic paste?
Add it to the fragrant butter after removing the whole spices and sauté for 2 minutes until golden.
How many ingredients are required in total?
The recipe requires 13 ingredients.
Is this soup suitable for Thanksgiving?
Yes, it is tagged specifically as a Thanksgiving and holiday recipe.
Can I serve this for Christmas?
Yes, the recipe is described as a delightful addition to a Christmas meal or holiday table.
What is the texture of the soup?
The soup is described as luscious, creamy, and smooth.
How much mashed sweet potato is needed?
The recipe requires 4 cups of mashed sweet potatoes.
What amount of butter is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of butter.
How many cardamom pods are needed?
You will need 2 black cardamom pods and 4 green cardamom pods.
How do I know when the whole spices are done sautéing?
Sauté until the aroma wafts through the kitchen and the cardamom pods begin to crack open.
What is the sugar content?
The soup contains 3.3g of sugar.
How do you incorporate the liquids?
Slowly add the milk and heavy cream while continuously whisking to ensure the mixture is smooth.
What kind of cuisine is this?
It is categorized as Indian cuisine.
Is this soup considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as comfort food and described as a 'comforting hug' in a bowl.
Can I adjust the seasoning?
Yes, the instructions suggest tasting and adjusting the seasoning if necessary before serving.