Cozy Smoky Chipotle Sweet Potato Soup
A comforting and spicy sweet potato soup with chipotle flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1.5 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish fresh cilantro
- for serving lime wedges
- optional diced avocado
- optional sour cream or yogurt
Instructions
- Sauté the Base: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Stir in the diced sweet potatoes, minced chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, and cumin. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juices) and the vegetable broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, carefully purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup in batches to a blender, but ensure to let the steam escape to prevent splattering.
- Season to Taste: After blending, taste the soup and add salt and pepper as needed. If desired, add more chipotle peppers for extra heat.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Add any optional toppings like diced avocado or a spoonful of sour cream for a creamy finish.
Notes
Adjust chipotle peppers for desired spice level.