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Ghanaian-Style Spicy Soup: Add a Little African Fire to Your Table

Name: Ghanaian-Style Spicy Soup: Add a Little African Fire to Your Table
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: ghanaian
Ingredients: 1 onion, diced; 3 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1 jalapeno pepper, diced; 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, grated; 2 cups vegetable stock; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon chili powder; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 can of diced tomatoes; 1 can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 can of sweet corn, drained; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Tired of the same old soup night? Take it up a notch with this Ghanaian-Style Spicy Soup!

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

25 min

Total Time

40 min

Servings

Tired of the same old soup night? Take it up a notch with this Ghanaian-Style Spicy Soup! This zesty, hearty recipe combines vegetables, spices, beans, and tomatoes to create an unforgettable broth. Whether you want to try something new, or just need a bit more heat in your life, this Ghanaian-Style Spicy Soup is sure to hit the spot. Unlike traditional soups that rely on a single broth base, this dish gets a flavor boost from fresh ginger, smoked paprika, and a whole slew of savory spices. The result is a complex and flavorful stew that will bring a little African fire to your dinner table. Enjoy!

Ingredients

1 onion, diced
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, diced
1 inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
2 cups vegetable stock
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 can of diced tomatoes
1 can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can of sweet corn, drained
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1
Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the ginger, vegetable stock, tomato paste, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, and chili powder. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3
Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and sweet corn. Simmer for 15 minutes.
4
Adjust the seasonings to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip

For added flavor, try substituting the vegetable stock for chicken stock.

Fun Fact

This type of soup is traditionally served with a hardboiled egg and fufu, a thick dough made from yams or cassava.

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