Peanut soup facts for kids
West African peanut soup with fufu
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| Alternative names | Groundnut soup |
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| Type | Soup |
| Course | Main |
| Region or state | African cuisine |
| Serving temperature | Hot |
| Main ingredients | Peanuts, onions, tomatoes, aubergine, okra, ashanti pepper, ginger, bay leaves, rosemary sprig, peanut butter, water |
Peanut soup, also called groundnut soup, is a delicious and hearty soup. It is made mostly from peanuts, which are sometimes called groundnuts. This soup is a very important meal in many parts of African cuisine.
But it's not just popular in Africa! People also enjoy peanut soup in places like East Asia (especially Taiwan), the United States (mainly in Virginia), and different parts of Latin America. In countries like Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru, it might even be served with meat or fries.
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What is Peanut Soup?
Peanut soup is a thick, creamy soup. It gets its rich flavor from mashed peanuts, often called groundnut paste. It's a favorite dish for many people.
Where is Peanut Soup Popular?
This soup is a staple food in many African countries. For example, in Ghana, people often eat it with fufu or omo tuo. In Nigeria, the Edo people also love groundnut soup. They usually eat it with pounded yam. It's also very popular in Sierra Leone.
How is Peanut Soup Made?
The main ingredient is, of course, peanuts! They are ground into a smooth paste. Other important ingredients are often added. These can include onions, tomatoes, and vegetables like eggplant and okra. Spices like ginger, bay leaves, and rosemary sprigs give it a wonderful taste. Some recipes also use special African spices. These include Piper guineense (also known as uziza seed) and Vernonia amygdalina (bitter leaf).
Serving Peanut Soup
Peanut soup is usually served hot. It's often eaten with starchy foods. These foods help to make the meal filling. In Ghana, it's commonly enjoyed with fufu, banku, or kenkey. These are all popular traditional dishes.
Gallery
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Garnished ground nut or peanut soup
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Peanut soup with fufu and fish
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Latin American Peanut Soup
See also
In Spanish: Sopa de cacahuete para niños
