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Sweet potato and coconut milk soup with seeded bread

This sweet potato and coconut milk soup serves 4, takes 45 minutes, and is easy to make for about €2.20 per person. Fresh ginger and lime balance the sweetness of the potato, while seeded bread adds the crunch a smooth soup needs. The trick is to never let the soup boil once the coconut milk goes in.

A sweet potato soup with ginger and coconut milk, smooth and fragrant, served with seeded bread on the side.

Sweet potato and coconut milk soup with seeded bread
Total time
45 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€2.20
Calories per person
600 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Fall, Winter
The kids
They generally like it

Sweet potato turns naturally creamy once blended, no cream needed. Coconut milk rounds everything out with a hint of sweet and salty, while fresh ginger wakes it up with warmth and a light kick. A squeeze of lime at the end cuts through the sweetness so the soup never feels too heavy.

This is the kind of dinner you make on a weeknight when you want something comforting without spending hours on it. Kids usually like it, especially if you go easy on the ginger, and seeded bread for dipping always goes down well. It fits right into fall and winter menus, when sweet potatoes are at their best.

The ingredients

4 people

Fruits and vegetables

  • Sweet potatoes 900 g
  • Onion 1
  • Fresh ginger 1 tbsp
  • Lime 1
  • Cilantro 1 sprigs

Pantry

  • Coconut milkoften in the pantry 40 cl
  • Vegetable brothoften in the pantry 50 cl
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Bakery

  • Seeded bread 8 slices

Allergens Gluten, Sesame

The step by step recipe

  1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into cubes.

    Keep them small, they'll cook in no time.

  2. Cook the onion in the oil with the grated ginger, then add the sweet potatoes. 5 min

    Stir for two minutes, the ginger releases all its aroma.

  3. Pour in the broth and cook until the sweet potatoes are tender. 20 min

    They're done when a fork slides in with no resistance.

  4. Add the coconut milk, blend, then season with salt and pepper. 3 min

    Don't let it boil after adding the coconut milk, it will split.

  5. Serve with a squeeze of lime, chopped cilantro, and the seeded bread.

    The lime adds a freshness that cuts through the sweetness of the potato.

Our tips to get it right

  • Cut the sweet potatoes into even cubes so they all cook at the same rate, which makes for a smoother soup once blended.
  • If the soup turns out too thick after blending, thin it with a little warm broth rather than water, so you don't dilute the flavor.
  • Blend the soup while it's hot but off the heat, let it settle for a minute, then warm it back up gently without ever bringing it to a boil.

The variations

  • Swap the coconut milk for heavy cream if you don't have any on hand, the soup will be a bit less fragrant but just as silky.
  • Add a carrot or a piece of butternut squash alongside the sweet potato to mix things up depending on what's in your fridge.
  • For kids, serve the soup plain without cilantro or lime, and let everyone add their own toppings at the table.

What to serve it with

  • Warm or toasted seeded bread
  • A simple green salad
  • Green tea or ginger tea

Storage

The soup keeps for 2 to 3 days in the fridge in a sealed container. It freezes well for up to 2 months, ideally before adding the lime and cilantro. Reheat it gently over low heat without boiling, so the coconut milk doesn't split.

Questions about this dish

Can you make this soup ahead of time?

Yes, you can make it the day before and keep it in the fridge in a sealed container. Reheat it gently the next day without boiling, so the coconut milk keeps its texture.

Can you use ground ginger instead of fresh?

You can, though the flavor will be milder. Use about half a teaspoon of ground ginger in place of the tablespoon of fresh ginger.

Does this soup freeze well?

Yes, it freezes well for up to 2 months. It's best to freeze it before adding the lime and fresh cilantro, since they lose their punch once thawed.

How do you adapt this recipe for young kids?

Cut back on the ginger, which can be too strong for young palates, and serve the cilantro and lime on the side instead of mixed into the soup.

How long does it take to make a sweet potato and coconut milk soup, with seeded bread?

Count 45 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “easy”.

How many calories are in a sweet potato and coconut milk soup, with seeded bread?

About 600 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a sweet potato and coconut milk soup, with seeded bread cost?

About €2.20 per serving, or €8.80 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains gluten, sesame. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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