Groundnut Soup

5 from 1 vote

This rich and creamy Nigerian Groundnut soup has a bold, nutty flavor that will leave you licking your fingers. Enjoy it with low-carb fufu for a hearty and healthy meal!

Prep Time10

Cook Time45

Total Time55

Course: Soups & Stews

Cuisine: African, Nigerian

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings:

Calories: 513kcal

Author: Tayo Oredola

Ingredients

6 chicken thighs bone-in
1 red bell pepper
1 habanero pepper
½ onion chopped
4 cups spinach
1.5 cups ground peanuts or peanut butter
2 roma tomatoes
2 tablespoon peanut oil
1 teaspoon bouillon powder
1 tablespoon ground crayfish
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt or to taste

To brown the chicken

½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Blend the peanuts with a high-powered blender, if using raw peanuts.
1.5 cups ground peanuts
Wash and pat dry the chicken. Then, rub salt and black pepper on the chicken.
6 chicken thighs, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
Pour some peanut oil into a pan and add the chicken thighs when heated.
2 tablespoon peanut oil
Brown the chicken on both sides for about 5 minutes each. Take the chicken and set it aside.
Blend the tomatoes and peppers together while the chicken is being browned.
1 red bell pepper, 1 habanero pepper, 2 roma tomatoes
Add chopped onions to the same pan and sauté for a few minutes. Remember to scrape the browned bits from the pan.
½ onion
Pour in the blended tomatoes and peppers and simmer for five minutes. Add in all the spices and simmer for another five minutes.
1 teaspoon bouillon powder, 1 tablespoon ground crayfish, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon salt
Add 3 cups of water and bring to a boil.
Pour the groundnuts into the pot and stir till it begins to thicken.
Simmer for 5 minutes, then add the browned chicken.
Add 1-2 more cup of water, if needed, and taste for spices.
Bring to a boil and simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked.
Add the spinach to the pot and simmer on low heat till the spinach is soft.
4 cups spinach

Notes

- If the soup becomes too thick, you can adjust its thickness by adding more water or broth. It should have a creamy yet pourable consistency.

- Ensure the groundnut paste is smooth to avoid lumps in the soup. Blend thoroughly for the best results.

- Add extra cayenne peppers or habanero pepper to increase the heat level.

- You don't have to use chicken in this dish. If you have any cooked meats on hand (beef, lamb, pork, or seafood), you can use them instead.

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